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Walsh uses four mathematical examples to illustrate the development of functions through the binomial theorem.

A graphite inscription below the title reads 'Jan 23/30'.

Subject: Mathematics

Reference number
AP/10/14
Earliest possible date
23 January 1830
Physical description
Ink on paper, fold out edges
Page extent
2 pages
Format
Manuscript

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Unpublished paper, 'A memoir on the development of functions' by John Walsh, 23 January 1830, AP/10/14, The Royal Society Archives, London, https://makingscience.royalsociety.org/items/ap_10_14/unpublished-paper-a-memoir-on-the-development-of-functions-by-john-walsh, accessed on 10 April 2026

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