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Algorithm for Newton's Backward Difference Interpolation:

1. Define the `u_cal` function to calculate coefficients `u`.

2. Define the `fact` function to compute factorial.

3. Define the number of data points (n) and initialize arrays for independent variable (x) and

dependent variable (y).

4. Populate the arrays `x` and `y` with the given data points.

5. Initialize the backward difference table (y) with the first column values of `y`.

6. Use nested loops to calculate the remaining values of the backward difference table.

7. Display the backward difference table.

8. Specify the value at which interpolation is required (`value`).

9. Initialize the sum with the first value of `y`.

10. Calculate the coefficient 'u' using the formula based on the specified value and the first

data point.

11. Use a loop to iteratively update the sum using the backward differences and 'u'.

12. Print the interpolated value at the specified point (`value`).

13. Optionally, implement error checking to ensure the specified point lies within the range of

the given data points.

14. Optionally, allow the user to choose the degree of the interpolation polynomial for

flexibility.

15. End.
Implement Code:
Output:

Conclusion: Newton's backward difference interpolation in Python is a handy method for


guessing values between given data points. By creating a polynomial that fits the data points
in reverse order, we can make pretty good guesses at values that didn't measure directly. This
method is especially helpful when the data points are evenly spaced out. It's used in lots of
areas like engineering and science for figuring out unknown values or filling in gaps in data.
Learning how to use Newton's backward difference interpolation in Python helps us get better
at estimating values and solving problems with data.

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