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Is 8 a Relative Max of F in the Given Domain?
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Identity for tan(x-y) = [tan(x) - tan(y)]/[1-tan(x)tan(y)]
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Confused about limit of function
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Exploring the Limit of $\frac{1}{x} \int_0^x (1-tan2t)^{\frac{1}{t}}dt$
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Exploring the Limit of an Infinity/Infinity Undeterminate Form
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Uniform Continuity (and Irrationals)
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Why Is Admitting Mistakes a Sign of Growth?
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Mastering Partial Fractions for Integrating (x+2)/(x+4)^2
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Derivative of U(X(t),t) with respect to t
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Find the limit of the sequence
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Solving Sin/sec/tan/csc: -sqrt6/6
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Find all real roots of this polynomial
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"Proof of a Formula for Differentiating x^p with Respect to y
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Why Does the First Step in Solving This Sequence Problem Work?
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Compute Sum of 1/(n^2(2n-1)): Tips & Hints
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How Does Induction Prove the Formula for Terms in a Recurrence Relation?
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Find accumulation points (real analysis)
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How to Find the Volume of a Cone Using Integration?
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How to differentiate f(x)=2sin(x)+2x^x?
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How to prove there is no limit of cos1/x using theorm of limit
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Limit Problems with Trigonometric Functions
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Are (0,1) and [0,1] equivalent intervals?
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Abel's Lemma: Direct and Induction Proof
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What is the logic behind L'Hopital's Rule?
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Finding Maximum Area of Inscribed Rectangle in a Triangle Using Differentiation
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Optimization Problem: Minimizing an Objective Function with a Constraint
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Integrating nested root in denominator
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Can someone explain mimits and how it relates to the formal limit definition?
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Integrating the ALLEE Effect: ds/dt = -a s ln(bs)
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Adding Trigonometric Functions: Get the Answer Here!
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Simple Riemann Sums question with answers not lining up
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Mean Value Theorem - f(x) = f(a)+(x-a)f'(u)
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What Mathematical Method Did Feynman Frequently Use?
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Calculating Moments of Inertia for Arbitrary Sections
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What does cross-sections perpendicular mean?
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What is the Maximum Value of u(x,t) in the Given Region?
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Ant crawls on a meter strick with acceleration
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Where Can I Find a Simpler Proof of the Riemann Mapping Theorem?
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Integrating (xsinx)^2: Tips and Tricks
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Construct compact set of R with countable limit points
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How much work is required to drink through a straw placed in a glass of water?
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What is the Differentiation Rule for an Oven Temperature Function?
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Understanding Uniform Circular Motion Calculations
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How to Differentiate the Function g(x) = (4+csc²(3x))²?
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Calculating dd.mm.ss from Vertical Aerial Photograph: Help Needed
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How can I simplify these integration problems using trigonometric substitutions?
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Is the Converse of the Limit Problem True or False?
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Solving Questions on f(x) = x^2 + x and x/|x| at x=0
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Find x-Coordinate on (0,2π) for y=x√3+2sin(x) Horizontal Tangent Line
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Am I Solving These Calculus Derivative Problems Correctly?
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Solving a Canal Turn Problem: Finding the Longest Barge
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Overcome Feeling Discouraged in Math
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Checking Fourier Series Quickly - Best Way?
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How Do You Solve This Complex Mathematical Series?
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Pressure is the change in force per unit of area
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Poisson summation and Parsevals identity
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Learn How to Integrate x^x with Ease | Expert Tips and Tricks
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What is the sum formula for this expression
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Help with proving limits using Epsilon-Delta definition
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What does equal mixed partial derivatives indicate about a function?
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What is the Correct Indefinite Integral for cos(5x) + cos(4x) / (1-xcos(3x))?
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How to Find the Equation of the Tangent Line at (8,-1)?
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How Do I Determine the Epsilon for a Limit in Analysis?
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Limiting f(h): Confirmation Needed - 1st Post!
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Can You Solve for R in Terms of t Using This Integral?
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Partial differentiation and changing variables
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Show Non-Existing Limits - How to Prove a Limit Does Not Exist
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Any sites for intro to real analysis help?
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Express VectorU in Terms of VectorA, VectorB, ScalarF
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Lim x→0 (x + (1/x)) sin(x) Undefined
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Find the requested function and sketch the curve
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Find a Calculus BC Teacher: Expert Help for Your Math Needs
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How Do You Prove That sup(S ∪ T) Equals max{supS, supT}?
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Why is the number e so significant in nature and mathematics?
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Is This a Correct Definition of a Limit in Calculus?
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Computing the Limit of tan(pi/n)/(n*sin^2(2/n)) as n Approaches Infinity
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Finding volumes of solids involving exponentials
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Complex Variable: Conformal Mappings
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How to download math programs for ti 83 or the 83 plus?
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Discontinuous split function problem
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Volume of a cylinder, horizontally
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Composite Functions: Is (f o g)^-1 = gof?
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What is the General Solution to a Differential Equation?
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What is the optimal angle for a conical cup with a maximum volume?
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How can the sum of this series be proven using induction?
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Solving Integral: xcos(x)dx - Get Answer in 1/2
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How can the definite integral be 8/3 when the indefinite is -1/3*(4-y^2)^(3/2)?
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How to solve a y'=3y+15 initial value problem?
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Integral Calculus: Fund Theorem Confusion
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Proof of Sequences: Orders and Representations
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Numerical Integration: Simpson's Rule for 1/x
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Seeks Assistance with n-derivative of Complex Function
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Convergence of an: e^(n)sin(n) & e^(2n)/[4^n]
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Is Every Element of a Sigma-Algebra Generated by a Countable Subcollection?
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2nd fundamental theorem of calculus
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