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Unpublished paper, 'Memoir on the development of functions' by John Walsh

Reference number: AP/10/16

Date: 01 January 1830

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Walsh uses three examples with mathematical equations to illustrate the use of the binomial theorem for the development of functions. Covering letter for this paper found at AP/10/15. A previous, abbreviated version of this paper is found at AP/10/14.

A graphite inscription at the top right of the first page reads 'Jan /30'.

Subject: Mathematics

Reference number
AP/10/16
Earliest possible date
01 January 1830
Physical description
Ink on paper
Page extent
5 pages
Format
Manuscript

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Unpublished paper, 'Memoir on the development of functions' by John Walsh, 01 January 1830, AP/10/16, The Royal Society Archives, London, https://makingscience.royalsociety.org/items/ap_10_16/unpublished-paper-memoir-on-the-development-of-functions-by-john-walsh, accessed on 11 December 2024

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