(Second Order Methods) (a) Unlike first order methods Second Order methods also make use of the second derivative of a function where possible. Explain what the second derivative represents and outline how this can be used to help converge on an optimum quicker than a first order method. (6 marks)

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(Second Order Methods)  (a)        Unlike first order methods Second Order methods also make use of the second derivative of a function where possible. Explain what the second derivative represents and outline how this can be used to help converge on an optimum quicker than a first order method.    (6 marks)                                                                                                                                         (b)     Given the function f(x) = x3  2x2 + 1 and an x1 of 3 calculate the first three iterations of Newtons Method. All calculations must be rounded to four digits of precision.                 (14 marks)         &nbs

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