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| + | My favorite MATLAB example was Predicting the US Population which used polynomials to predict future values. This code incorporates polynomial equations whose coefficients are derived from a linear system of equations. It allows you to evaluate the polynomial every year for a set amount of time. The example also plots the predictions and compares various degrees of polynomial for the best fit. I like this example because it combines many MATLAB functions to predict a value that is extremely useful to humans as we consider whether the earth can provide for our growing population. | ||
Revision as of 19:17, 10 September 2014
This is the User Page of Nicki Willis!
I am a first year Pratt Student at Duke University. My intended major is environmental engineering. So far, I am really enjoying my classes, but I am excited to explore more interdisciplinary courses in the future. My goal is to be a very involved student on campus, so I am in the process of joining various Duke Clubs. My club interests include Women's Club Soccer, DEID, DSG, and DUU committees.
I LOVE DUKE, and I am pumped for the next four years!!
Grand Challenges Article Link
[1], Randy Atkins, NewsObserver, updated 12 February 2013, accessed 8 September 2014
Favorite MATLAB Demonstration
My favorite MATLAB example was Predicting the US Population which used polynomials to predict future values. This code incorporates polynomial equations whose coefficients are derived from a linear system of equations. It allows you to evaluate the polynomial every year for a set amount of time. The example also plots the predictions and compares various degrees of polynomial for the best fit. I like this example because it combines many MATLAB functions to predict a value that is extremely useful to humans as we consider whether the earth can provide for our growing population.
