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Intermediate 8 Hours Article 24.1, 24.5, 24.6

Curve Fitting & Least Squares

Linear, parabolic, and power curve fitting from first principles

✓ Live group sessions (full course duration) ✓ Dedicated doubt-clearing within the batch

Pricing (per student)

10+ students
₹150 / hr
Total: ₹1,200
15+ students
₹125 / hr
Total: ₹1,000
20+ students
₹100 / hr
Total: ₹800

Prerequisites

  • Basic statistics and algebra

Overview

Teaches curve fitting using the method of least squares, with a focus on linear, parabolic, and power curves. Students derive the normal equations, fit curves to given data, and practise all standard exam problems.

Topics

HourTopicDetails
1Introduction to Curve FittingDefinition, purpose, and types of curves.
2Method of Least SquaresPrinciple, derivation, and applications.
3Fitting a Straight Line y = ax + bDerivation of normal equations, worked examples.
4Problem-Solving (Linear Fit)Solving problems (Article 24.1, 24.5).
5Fitting a Parabola y = ax² + bx + cDerivation of normal equations, worked examples.
6Problem-Solving (Parabolic Fit)Solving problems (Article 24.6).
7Fitting a Power Curve y = ax^bDerivation and linearisation technique.
8Recap & Doubt ClearingRevision and timed Q&A session.

Expected Outcomes

  • Understand the principle of least squares from first principles.
  • Fit linear, parabolic, and power curves to experimental data.
  • Solve all standard exam problems on curve fitting.