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Euler approximation

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Euler approximations use tangent lines beginning at an initial point and continuing at a given step size to approximate the numerical value of a differential equation at a given point. These approximations are found using Euler's recursive formula.

Euler's Recurssive Forumula: y=yo+h•F(xo,yo)

  1. The inital point is (xo,yo)
  2. The slope is F(xo,yo)
  3. The step size is h
  4. The approximated value is y