Solution of Nonlinear Equations General Nonlinear equation Polynomial (roots of polynomial) Transcendental equation We are trying to find x when the function is equal to zero. (Zero's of function) 𝑓𝑥=0 𝑥 4 −80𝑥120=0 tan𝑥−tanh𝑥=0
Graphical Method Plot the function vs. the x-axis (x unknown to solve for) The intersection of the curve with the x-axis is the root (roots) Functions can also be separated into 2 functions These functions plotted on the same graph The intersection will give the root Limitations Plotting requires intensive computation Less accurate