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Calculus, Early Transcendentals

Michael Sullivan, Kathleen Miranda

ISBN #9781464152764

1st Edition

7,875 Questions

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Summary

Calculus, Early Transcendentals is a comprehensive textbook that lays a solid foundation in fundamental calculus concepts while progressively introducing more advanced topics. The book begins with an exploration of functions, limits, and derivatives, emphasizing both the intuitive and rigorous aspects needed to grasp instantaneous and average rates of change. It then seamlessly transitions into integration, areas between curves, sequences, parametric and vector functions, and multivariable calculus, equipping students with diverse techniques such as Riemann sums, integration by parts, and the chain rule. By intertwining theoretical rigor with practical applications across physics, engineering, and beyond, the text stands out as an essential resource for developing a deep and versatile understanding of calculus.

Chapters & Topics Covered

Chapter 0

Preparing for Calculus

Chapter 1

Limits and Continuity

Chapter 2

The Derivative

Chapter 3

More About Derivatives

Chapter 4

Applications of the Derivative

Chapter 5

The Integral

Chapter 6

Applications of the Integral

Chapter 7

Techniques of Integration

Chapter 8

Infinite Series

Chapter 9

Parametric Equations; Polar Equations

Chapter 10

Vectors; Lines, Planes, and Quadric Surfaces in Space

Chapter 11

Vectors; Lines, Planes, and Quadric Surfaces in Space

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Chapter 12

Functions of Several Variables

Chapter 13

Directional Derivatives, Gradients, and Extrema

Chapter 14

Multiple Integrals

Chapter 15

Vector Calculus

Chapter 16

Differential Equations

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If a spherical balloon of volume $V$ is inflated at a rate of $10 \mathrm{~m}^{3} / \mathrm{min}$, where $t$ is the time (in minutes), what is the rate of change of $V$ with respect to $t ?$

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Multiple Choice The limit as $x$ approaches $c$ of a function $f$ is written symbolically as $\left[(\mathbf{a}) \lim f(x),(\mathbf{b}) \lim _{c \rightarrow x} f(x)\right.$ (c) $\lim _{x \rightarrow c} f(x)$

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Multiple Choice The function $f(x)=x^{2}$ is [(a) increasing, (b) decreasing, (c) neither] on the interval $(0, \infty)$.

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If $f$ is a function defined by $y=f(x),$ then $x$ is called the variable and $y$ is the $\longrightarrow$ variable.

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True or False Work is the energy transferred to or from an object by a force acting on the object.

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