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

question 46

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 five decimal places, if necessary.
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The zero of between and , .

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Definitions:

Price-cost Margins

The difference between the selling price of a product and its cost of production, often expressed as a percentage.

Wine Merger

The combining of two or more companies engaged in the wine industry, aiming to increase market share, efficiency, or geographic reach.

Price-cost Margins

The difference between the selling price of a product and its production cost, expressed as a percentage of the selling price.

Wine Merger

The combination of two or more wine-producing companies into a single entity, which can lead to various economic efficiencies and market advantages.