Use the Newton Method to Approximate the Indicated Zero of the Function

question 87

Short Answer

Use the Newton method to approximate the indicated zero of the function. Continue with the iteration until two successive approximations differ by less than 0.0001. Round your answer to four decimal places, if necessary.
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The zero of between and , .

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