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Which MATLAB function would you use to approximate the integral of discrete data points without a function expression?

easy📝 Conceptual Q2 of 15
MATLAB - Numerical Methods
Which MATLAB function would you use to approximate the integral of discrete data points without a function expression?
Aintegral
Btrapz
Cdiff
Dquad
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Identify function for discrete data integration

    For discrete data points, trapz applies trapezoidal rule to approximate integral.
  2. Step 2: Check other options

    integral requires function handle, diff calculates differences, quad is older and less recommended.
  3. Final Answer:

    trapz -> Option B
  4. Quick Check:

    Discrete data integration = trapz [OK]
Quick Trick: Use trapz for numeric data arrays, integral for functions [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Using integral on data vectors instead of function handles
  • Confusing diff with integration
  • Choosing deprecated quad function

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