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Calculus : single variable / Brian E. Blank, Steven G. Krantz.

By: Blank, Brian E, 1953-.
Contributor(s): Krantz, Steven G. (Steven George), 1951-.
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookPublisher: Hoboken, N.J. : Chichester : Wiley ; John Wiley [distributor], 2010Edition: 2nd ed.Description: xxi, 720 p. ; 27 cm. + hbk.ISBN: 9780470601983.Subject(s): Calculus | Variables (Mathematics)DDC classification: 515
Contents:
Basics -- Limits -- The derivative -- Applications of the derivative -- The integral -- Techniques of integration -- Applications of the integral -- Infinite series.
Summary: In order to show scientists and engineers how to apply calculus, this edition places a greater emphasis on conceptual understanding. It provides a nice balance between rigor and accessibility that will challenge them. Unique elements are integrated throughout that deepen the appreciation for calculus. Numerous nonstandard challenging exercises build better math skills. Innovative approaches on topics such as limits also help uncover new areas of learning for scientists and engineers.
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Blank and Krantz's Calculus 2e brings together time-tested methods and innovative thinking to address the needs of today's students, who come from a wide range of backgrounds and look ahead to a variety of futures. Using meaningful examples, credible applications, and incisive technology, Blank and Krantz's Calculus 2e strives to empower students, enhance their critical thinking skills, and equip them with the knowledge and skills to succeed in the major or discipline they ultimately choose to study. Blank and Krantz's engaging style and clear writing make the language of mathematics accessible, understandable and enjoyable, while maintaining high standards for mathematical rigor.

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Includes index.

Basics -- Limits -- The derivative -- Applications of the derivative -- The integral -- Techniques of integration -- Applications of the integral -- Infinite series.

In order to show scientists and engineers how to apply calculus, this edition places a greater emphasis on conceptual understanding. It provides a nice balance between rigor and accessibility that will challenge them. Unique elements are integrated throughout that deepen the appreciation for calculus. Numerous nonstandard challenging exercises build better math skills. Innovative approaches on topics such as limits also help uncover new areas of learning for scientists and engineers.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

  • Chapter 1 Basics
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  • 1 Number Systems
  • 2 Planar Coordinates and Graphing in the Plane
  • 3 Lines and Their Slopes
  • 4 Functions and Their Graphs
  • 5 Combining Functions
  • 6 Trigonometry
  • Summary of Key Topics
  • Review Exercises for Chapter 1
  • Genesis and Development
  • Chapter 2 Limits
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  • 1 The Concept of Limit
  • 2 Limit Theorems
  • 3 Continuity
  • 4 Infinite Limits and Asymptotes
  • 5 Limits of Sequences
  • 6 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
  • Summary of Key Topics
  • Review Exercises
  • Genesis and Development
  • Chapter 3 The Derivative
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  • 1 Rates of Change and Tangent Lines
  • 2 The Derivative
  • 3 Rules for Differentiation
  • 4 Differentiation of Some Basic Functions
  • 5 The Chain Rule
  • 6 Derivatives of Inverse Functions
  • 7 Higher Derivatives
  • 8 Implicit Differentiation
  • 9 Differentials and Approximation of Functions
  • 10 Other Transcendental Functions
  • Summary of Key Topics
  • Review Exercises
  • Genesis and Development
  • Chapter 4 Applications of the Derivative
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  • 1 Related Rates
  • 2 The Mean Value Theorem
  • 3 Maxima and Minima of Functions
  • 4 Applied Maximum-Minimum Problems
  • 5 Concavity
  • 6 Graphing Functions
  • 7 L'Hopital's Rule
  • 8 The Newton-Raphson Method
  • 9 Antidifferentiation and Applications
  • Summary of Key Topics
  • Review Exercises
  • Genesis and Development
  • Chapter 5 The Integral
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  • 1 Introduction to Integration-The Area Problem
  • 2 The Riemann Integral
  • 3 Properties of the Integral
  • 4 The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
  • 5 A Calculus Approach to the Logarithm and Exponential Functions
  • 6 Integration by Substitution
  • 7 More on the Calculation of Area
  • 8 Numerical Techniques of Integration
  • Summary of Key Topics
  • Review Exercises
  • Genesis and Development
  • Chapter 6 Techniques of Integration
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  • 1 Integration by Parts
  • 2 Powers and Products of Trigonometric Functions
  • 3 Trigonometric Substitution
  • 4 Partial Fractions-Linear Factors
  • 5 Partial Fractions-Irreducible Quadratic Factors
  • 6 Improper Integrals-Unbounded Integrands
  • 7 Improper Integrals-Unbounded Intervals
  • Summary of Key Topics
  • Review Exercises
  • Genesis and Development
  • Chapter 7 Applications of the Integral
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  • 1 Volumes
  • 2 Arc Length and Surface Area
  • 3 The Average Value of a Function
  • 4 Center of Mass
  • 5 Work
  • 6 First Order Differential Equations-Separable Equations
  • 7 First Order Differential Equations-Linear Equations
  • Summary of Key Topics
  • Review Exercises
  • Genesis and Development
  • Chapter 8 Infinite Series
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  • 1 Series
  • 2 The Divergence Test and The Integral Test
  • 3 The Comparison Tests
  • 4 Alternating Series
  • 5 The Ratio and Root Tests
  • 6 Introduction to Power Series
  • 7 Representing Functions by Power Series
  • 8 Taylor Series
  • Summary of Key Topics
  • Review Exercises
  • Genesis and Development

Author notes provided by Syndetics

Brian Erf Blank is an associate professor of mathematics at Washington University in St. Louis. He received his Ph.D. in 1980 at Cornell University, with Anthony Knapp as advisor. His 20th century work involved harmonic analysis.

Steven George Krantz is an American scholar, mathematician, and writer. He has authored more than 235 research papers and more than 125 books. Additionally, Krantz has edited journals such as the Notices of the American Mathematical Society and The Journal of Geometric Analysis .