Prompt user to enter mathematical function

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The discussion centers on prompting users to enter mathematical functions in MATLAB. The key recommendation is to utilize the MATLAB eval function, which allows for the evaluation of strings as MATLAB expressions. Inline functions were mentioned but deemed insufficient for the user's needs. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding how to implement user input effectively in MATLAB.

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Hi all,

I am trying to prompt the user to enter a mathematical function in matlab.

Any suggestions on how to do this?

I have looked at the inline functions but I am not sure how to code it.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

Ed
 
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