Approximating Root of Equation with Newton's Method Using Maple

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Homework Statement



Use Newton’s Method to approximate the indicated root of the equation to correct six decimal places.

The root of 2.2x5 – 4.4x3 + 1.3x2-0.9x-4.0=0 in the interval [-2, -1]

USE MAPLE.

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Newtons'method.

The Attempt at a Solution



I am scanning it as we speak, but I have to do this assignment in maple and i just don't understand how I can.
 
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You could start by telling us what Newton's method is and how it could be useful here.