THE VANDERMONDE MATRIX,

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Abstract:

A derivation for the inverse of Vandermondes matrix is outlined, and matrices of Vandermonde-form are related to polynomial least-square fitting of data. Both sections are suitable for classroom exercises. References to the literature are presented which make a deeper study of the subject possible.

Author(s):
Klinger, Allen
Author Organization(s):
RAND CORP SANTA MONICA CALIF
Annotation:
Vandermonde matrix.
Pagination:
0008

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Collection: TR
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Report Number(s):
P-3201
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Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
(*MATRICES(MATHEMATICS), LEAST SQUARES METHOD), DETERMINANTS(MATHEMATICS)
Keyword(s):
VANDERMONDE MATRIX
Report Date:
1965 Aug 01