To construct an approximate polynomial expression for a sequence with constant fourth differences of 48, we start by recognizing that since the fourth difference is constant, the polynomial representing this sequence must be of degree 4. First, we determine the leading coefficient, which is related to the fourth difference. Given that the fourth difference is 48, we divide by 24 (the factorial of 4) to find the leading coefficient of the polynomial, resulting in a coefficient of 2. Next, we express the polynomial in its general form as \(P(n) = 2n^4 + an^3 + bn^2 + cn + d\), where \(a\), \(b\), \(c\), and \(d\) are constants yet to be determined. To find these constants, we would use initial conditions or values from the given sequence to create a system of equations, allowing us to solve for \(a\), \(b\), \(c\), and \(d\). Finally, by substituting these constants back into the polynomial, we obtain the desired expression that approximates the original sequence.
Explain the steps to construct an approximate polynomial expression to represent a sequence with constant 4th differences of 48.
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