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Applied Calculus for the MLSS A Brief Approach

Soo T. Tan

ISBN #9781285464640

10th Edition

3,245 Questions

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Summary

Applied Calculus for the MLSS: A Brief Approach offers a streamlined journey through fundamental mathematical concepts, starting with essential algebra and analytic geometry and progressing through functions, limits, and derivatives. The book builds on these foundations by introducing core differentiation techniques, exploring the applications of the derivative for problem solving, and delving into exponential, logarithmic, and integration methods that underscore the invaluable role of calculus in real-world scenarios. It culminates with an exploration of multivariable calculus, equipping readers with the analytical tools needed to tackle practical challenges across various fields such as economics, engineering, and the sciences. The text stands out for its clear, application-oriented approach that bridges theory with tangible problem solving.

Chapters & Topics Covered

Chapter 1

Preliminaries

Chapter 2

Functions, Limits, and the Derivative

Chapter 3

Differentiation

Chapter 4

Applications of the Derivative

Chapter 5

Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

Chapter 6

Integration

Chapter 7

Additional Topics in Integration

Chapter 8

Calculus of Several Variables

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Problem 1

The owner of the Rancho Los Feliz has 3000 yd of fencing with which to enclose a rectangular piece of grazing land along the straight portion of a river. If fencing is not required along the river, what are the dimensions of the largest area that he can enclose? What is this area?

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Problem 2

The following graph shows the volume of wood produced in a single-species forest. here, $f(t)$ is measured in cubic meters per hectare, and $t$ is measured in years. By computing the slopes of the respective tangent lines, estimate the rate at which the wood grown is changing at the beginning of year 10 and at the beginning of year 30.

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Problem 3

Verify directly that $F$ is an antiderivative of $f$ $$F(x)=x e^{x}+\pi ; f(x)=e^{x}(1+x)$$

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Problem 4

The total weekly cost (in dollars) incurred by Lincoln Records in pressing $x$ compact discs is $$C(x)=2000+2 x-0.0001 x^{2} \quad(0 \leq x \leq 6000)$$ a. What is the actual cost incurred in producing the 1001 st disc and the 2001 st disc? b. What is the marginal cost when $x=1000$ and $2000 ?$

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Problem 5

Exponential Decay Given that a quantity $Q(t)$ exhibiting exponential decay is described by the function $$ Q(t)=2000 e^{-0.06 t} $$ where $t$ is measured in years, answer the following questions: a. What is the decay constant? b. What quantity is present initially? c. Complete the following table of values: $$ \begin{array}{llllll} \hline t & 0 & 5 & 10 & 20 & 100 \\ \hline Q & & & & \\ \hline \end{array} $$

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Problem 6

Show the interval on a number line. $$(3,6)$$

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