Calculus: The Elements - Hardcover

Comenetz, Michael

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 9810249039 ISBN 13: 9789810249038

Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd, 2002

Synopsis

This book provides a full and clear account of the essentials of calculus, presented in an engaging style that is both readable and mathematically precise. Concepts and central ideas are emphasized throughout. Physical examples and interpretations play a leading role, and alternative approaches to fundamental ways of thinking help the student develop the intuitive understanding so important in science and engineering. Many questions and problems, with detailed solutions, encourage active reading and independent thought. Usable either as a basic classroom text or as a supplement that will give the reader a grasp of calculus as a whole, the book is also ideally suited for self-study.

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an essential source for further reading and thought development

Synopsis

An account of the essentials of calculus, presented in a style that is designed to be both readable and mathematically precise. Concepts and central ideas are emphasized throughout. Physical examples and interpretations play a leading role, and alternative approaches to fundamental ways of thinking are provided to help the student develop the intuitive understanding so important in science and engineering. Many questions and problems, with detailed solutions, are offered to encourage active reading and independent thought. The volume can either be used as a basic classroom text, as a self-study text, or as a supplement that will give the reader a grasp of calculus as a whole.

Edition details

• Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9810249039
• ISBN 13: 9789810249038
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 540