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Newton's Method is a calculus-based technique to find the roots of a function, where the function equals zero. It starts with a guess and repeatedly applies a formula to get closer to the root. It uses the function's slope (derivative) to improve each guess. It's effective for smooth, continuous functions but can fail for functions with no derivative, flat slopes, or multiple roots near each other. It's great for precise, math-heavy problems but not for erratic or non-differentiable functions.