Changling Flashcards
1
Q
What is a forward finite difference derivative?
A
The change in an output as a result of a change in an input, as determined by x + Delta X.
2
Q
What is a Taylor Series Expansion (TSE)?
A
The means by which an approximation can be made using derivatives.
3
Q
What is Delta X?
A
The amount by which a variable is perturbed.
4
Q
What is Monte Carlo simulation?
A
The process by which one develops a pdf based on x measurements.
5
Q
What is three?
A
The number of calculations required for a central finite difference.
