Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Step-size refers to the size or interval between consecutive values when working with sequences, series, or iterative processes. It determines how finely we divide our domain into smaller parts for analysis.
Related terms
Delta x (Δx): A notation used to represent the step-size or change in x-values.
Iteration: The process of repeating a sequence of steps or calculations to approach a desired result.