Assignment

• Read in proj1.txt.
• Graph:
  • the original data,
  • the first order polynomial fit with 21 samples,
  • the second order polynomial fit with 35 samples, and
  • the third order polynomial fit with 17 samples.
• Integrate the second order polynomial fit using all four methods. Record your answers here:
  • Monte Carlo integration with LCRNG: ___________
  • Monte Carlo integration with rand(): ___________
  • the 1/3 Simpson's rule: ___________
  • the 3/8 Simpson's rule: ___________
• Read in proj2.txt.
• Graph:
  • the original data,
  • the fourth order polynomial fit with 40 samples,
  • the fifth order polynomial fit with 40 samples, and
  • the derivative of the original data.

When you are ready demonstrate your results for each part, please let me know.

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