3. Numerical Methods I
Interpolation — Quiz
Test your understanding of interpolation with 5 practice questions.
Practice Questions
Question 1
What is interpolation in numerical methods?
Question 2
Which statement best describes extrapolation rather than interpolation?
Question 3
Using linear interpolation, what is the estimated value of $y$ at $x=2$ for the points $(1,3)$ and $(3,7)$?
Question 4
In interpolation formulas for equally spaced data, what does $h$ usually represent?
Question 5
If a polynomial interpolates $n+1$ data points with distinct $x$ values, what is the highest degree it may need?