Thane Stiles

North Carolina State University
Peer Tutor

Biography

I am a senior in Electrical Engineering at North Carolina State University and after helping teach educational summer camps for the last 3 years, I am now ready to begin helping people with harder concepts. I really enjoy when people finally understand a challenging problem!

Education

BS Electrical Engineering
North Carolina State University

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Numerade tutor for 6 years
486 Students Helped

Topics Covered

Exploring the World of Derivatives: A Comprehensive Guide
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Master Trigonometry with Our Comprehensive Guide
Mastering Vectors: An Introduction to Vector Basics
Understanding Complex Numbers: A Comprehensive Guide
Unlock the Power of Vectors: Discover Their Limitless Possibilities
Discover the Wonders of Geometry: An Introduction to Shapes and Space
Functions
Mastering Exponential and Logarithmic Functions: Your Ultimate Guide
Introduction to Conic Sections
Mastering the Basics of Parametric Equations: A Comprehensive Guide
Polar Coordinates: Understanding the Basics and Applications
Differential Equations Made Simple: Expert Tips & Resources
Unlock the Power of Sequences: Boost Your Productivity
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Power Series
Powers and Polynomial
Mastering Second Order Differential Equations: Tips and Techniques
Mastering Integrals: Tips and Tricks for Calculus Success
Vector Functions: Understanding the Basics

Thane's Textbook Answer Videos

02:33
Calculus

Does the graph of
$$
g(x)=\left\{\begin{array}{ll}{x \sin (1 / x),} & {x \neq 0} \\ {0,} & {x=0}\end{array}\right.
$$
have a tangent at the origin? Give reasons for your answer.
Vertical Tangents We say that a continuous curve $y=f(x)$ has a vertical tangent at the
point where $x=x_{0}$ if $\lim _{k \rightarrow 0}\left(f\left(x_{0}+h\right)-f\left(x_{0}\right)\right) / h=\infty$ or $-\infty$ . For example, $y=x^{1 / 3}$ has a vertical tangent at $x=0$ (see accompanying figure):
$$
\begin{aligned} \lim _{h \rightarrow 0} \frac{f(0+h)-f(0)}{h} &=\lim _{h \rightarrow 0} \frac{h^{1 / 3}-0}{h} \\ &=\lim _{h \rightarrow 0} \frac{1}{h^{2 / 3}}=\infty \end{aligned}
$$
However, $y=x^{2 / 3}$ has $n o$ vertical tangent at $x=0$ (see next figure):
$$
\begin{aligned} \lim _{h \rightarrow 0} \frac{g(0+h)-g(0)}{h} &=\lim _{h \rightarrow 0} \frac{h^{2 / 3}-0}{h} \\ &=\lim _{h \rightarrow 0} \frac{1}{h^{1 / 3}} \end{aligned}
$$
does not exist, because the limit is $\infty$ from the right and $-\infty$ from the left.

Chapter 3: Differentiation
Section 1: Tangents and the Derivative at a Point
Thane Stiles
03:49
Thomas Calculus

In Exercises $9-20,$ use the Divergence Theorem to find the outward
flux of $\mathbf{F}$ across the boundary of the region $D .$
Cylindrical can $\mathbf{F}=\left(6 x^{2}+2 x y\right) \mathbf{i}+\left(2 y+x^{2} z\right) \mathbf{j}+4 x^{2} y^{3} \mathbf{k}$ $D :$ The region cut from the first octant by the cylinder $x^{2}+y^{2}=4$
and the plane $z=3$

Chapter 16: Integrals and Vector Fields
Section 8: The Divergence Theorem and a Unified Theory
Thane Stiles
02:12
Calculus Volume 2

For the following problems, consider the logistic equation in the form $P^{\prime}=C P-P^{2}$ . Draw the directional field and find the stability of the equilibria.
$$
C=3
$$

Chapter 4: Introduction to Differential Equations
Section 4: The Logistic Equation
Thane Stiles
01:45
Calculus Volume 2

For the following problems, consider the logistic equation in the form $P^{\prime}=C P-P^{2}$ . Draw the directional field and find the stability of the equilibria.
$$
c=0
$$

Chapter 4: Introduction to Differential Equations
Section 4: The Logistic Equation
Thane Stiles
01:23
Calculus Volume 2

For the following problems, consider the logistic equation in the form $P^{\prime}=C P-P^{2}$ . Draw the directional field and find the stability of the equilibria.
$$
C=-3
$$

Chapter 4: Introduction to Differential Equations
Section 4: The Logistic Equation
Thane Stiles
02:57
Calculus Volume 2

Solve the logistic equation for $C=10$ and an initial condition of $P(0)=2$

Chapter 4: Introduction to Differential Equations
Section 4: The Logistic Equation
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