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gf_primitive_polynomial

Primitive polynomial of a field as a Scilab polynomial

Syntax

f = gf_primitive_polynomial(F)

Arguments

F

A field created by gf_create_field.

f

The primitive polynomial F(3) as a Scilab polynomial in x.

Description

gf_primitive_polynomial(F) returns the polynomial the field was built from, in Scilab's poly form, which is convenient for display. F(3) holds the same polynomial as a row of coefficients.

Examples

F = gf_create_field(2, 4);
gf_primitive_polynomial(F)   // 1 + x + x^4
F(3)                         // [1 1 0 0 1]

See also

History

VersionDescription
2.0.0

Refactoring of the function/toolbox.


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