Program that calculates the list of x and f(x) for a given function

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around finding an online program or tool that can calculate and list values of a function f(x) for a given range of x. Participants explore various options, including spreadsheets and programming languages like Python, to achieve this task.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire about online programs that can generate a list of f(x) and x for a specified function and range.
  • Others suggest using spreadsheets, particularly Google Sheets, as a free and accessible option for this task.
  • One participant expresses uncertainty about how to use spreadsheets effectively for this purpose.
  • Another participant questions the need for an online program, suggesting that Python could be a viable alternative, especially since the original poster has experience with it.
  • There is a clarification about the type of functions being referred to, specifically mathematical functions like e^x.
  • Participants discuss the steps to access and use Google Sheets for creating functions, including navigating the interface and inserting functions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that spreadsheets can be used for the task, but there is no consensus on whether an online program or Python would be more suitable. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best approach to take.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express varying levels of familiarity with spreadsheets, which may affect their ability to utilize this tool effectively. There are also references to specific mathematical functions, indicating a need for clarity on function types available in the suggested tools.

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Is there an online program that for a given function value and range, it lists the f(x) and x?
 
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Doesn't a spreadsheet do this, e.g. a spreadsheet on Google Drive is free just get a Google account.
 
Arman777 said:
Is there an online program that for a given function value and range, it lists the f(x) and x?

What about a spreadsheet?

[edit]gleem was a little faster.[/edit]
 
Hmm I never thought that..How can I do that ? using a function ?
 
How familiar are you with spreadsheets?
 
gleem said:
How familiar are you with spreadsheets?
Not much but I am searching I am sure I ll find a way
 
I couldnt
 
Go to the Google site and create an account.
 
gleem said:
Go to the Google site and create an account.
okay I opened
 
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At the top of the page is the Google banner and on the right is an icon consisting of a 3x3 symbolic matrix. Click on this to get into Googles apps In the menu click on Drive . Click on My Drive button to access the Window Office like apps. Click on Sheet to open the spreadsheet. You can create most any function you want by selecting the Insert button and then the function button.
 
  • #11
Arman777 said:
Is there an online program that for a given function value and range, it lists the f(x) and x?

What's the context, i.e., why do you want to do this?

You've described using Python to solve some problems in recent threads. Is there a reason you don't just use Python? Note that there are some Python interpreters that you can access online, e.g. here, if this is somehow important.
 
  • #12
wle said:
What's the context, i.e., why do you want to do this?

You've described using Python to solve some problems in recent threads. Is there a reason you don't just use Python? Note that there are some Python interpreters that you can access online, e.g. here, if this is somehow important.
gleem said:
At the top of the page is the Google banner and on the right is an icon consisting of a 3x3 symbolic matrix. Click on this to get into Googles apps In the menu click on Drive . Click on My Drive button to access the Window Office like apps. Click on Sheet to open the spreadsheet. You can create most any function you want by selecting the Insert button and then the function button.
oh I know that functions but I actually mean the mathematical functions like e^x etx .well yes I actually can write in python and I did it so I guess problem solved.
 
  • #13
Arman777 said:
oh I know that functions but I actually mean the mathematical functions like e^x etx

Did you click on more in the menu for the whole list of available functions like e^x which is actually exp(x).
 

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