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How do I solve a polynomial to the 6th degree

 Feb 18, 2015

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There is no closed form analytical solution to a general 6th order polynomial.  You would usually need to use a numerical technique.  

 

There are some specific 6th order polynomials that do allow of an analytical solution (e.g. (x-n)6=0), but generally you have to use a numerical approach.  Do you have a specific polynomial in mind

 Feb 18, 2015
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Best Answer

There is no closed form analytical solution to a general 6th order polynomial.  You would usually need to use a numerical technique.  

 

There are some specific 6th order polynomials that do allow of an analytical solution (e.g. (x-n)6=0), but generally you have to use a numerical approach.  Do you have a specific polynomial in mind

Alan Feb 18, 2015

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