The Everything Guide to Calculus 1: A step-by-step guide to the basics of calculus - in plain English! - Softcover

Hill, Greg

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1440506299 ISBN 13: 9781440506291

Publisher: Everything, 2011

Synopsis

Calculus is the basis of all advanced science and math. But it can be very intimidating, especially if you're learning it for the first time! If finding derivatives or understanding integrals has you stumped, this book can guide you through it. This indispensable resource offers hundreds of practice exercises and covers all the key concepts of calculus, including:

• Limits of a function
• Derivatives of a function
• Monomials and polynomials
• Calculating maxima and minima
• Logarithmic differentials
• Integrals
• Finding the volume of irregularly shaped objects

By breaking down challenging concepts and presenting clear explanations, you'll solidify your knowledge base--and face calculus without fear!

About this title

About the Author

Greg Hill has more than twenty-five years of experience teaching AP Calculus and other advanced math classes. He is a two-time Illinois state finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, and is a member of the Illinois and National Councils of Teachers of Mathematics. Hill has been a College Board consultant and AP Calculus exam grader for the past ten years. He currently teaches at Hinsdale Central High School, and also conducts day- and week-long professional development seminars for AP Calculus teachers. He is the author of CLEP Calculus, a test prep book for the College Board's College Level Entrance Exam.

Edition details

• Publisher: Everything
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1440506299
• ISBN 13: 9781440506291
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320