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Join experts in discussion of calculus topics. This may include topics on Elementary functions, Calculating limits, derivatives and integrals. Optimization problems and Homework help is available.

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Graduate Max Vol Q: Find the Volume of Rectangular Box Inscribed in Ellipsoid

Nov 19, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 26, 2003

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Undergrad How Does Calculus Help Solve Motion Problems in Physics?

Nov 18, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 25, 2003

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Undergrad Prove the quotient theorem using the limit definition?

Nov 24, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 25, 2003

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Undergrad How do I solve \int^a_b x\sin{x}\sin{2x} dx using integration by parts?

Nov 22, 2003 · Replies 3 · Nov 23, 2003

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Undergrad Work and energy (Using calculus to solve)

Nov 19, 2003 · Replies 4 · Nov 20, 2003

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Graduate Technical Name Of Equatorially Concentric Rings?

Nov 10, 2003 · Replies 5 · Nov 19, 2003

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Undergrad Finding the Equation of a Tangent Line at a Given Point

Nov 18, 2003 · Replies 4 · Nov 19, 2003

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Undergrad Finding the Tangent Line to a Level Curve at a Given Point: How Do I Do It?

Nov 18, 2003 · Replies 3 · Nov 19, 2003

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Undergrad Derivatives of natural logs and exponents

Nov 18, 2003 · Replies 7 · Nov 19, 2003

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Undergrad What Is the Integral of e^-(constant)x^2?

Nov 16, 2003 · Replies 1 · Nov 17, 2003

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Undergrad Finding ∫ cscx dx: Tips and Tricks

Nov 12, 2003 · Replies 13 · Nov 16, 2003

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High School Why is the second derivative expressed differently in Lebnit's notation?

Nov 15, 2003 · Replies 5 · Nov 15, 2003

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Undergrad Solving Partial Fractions: Finding Unknown Coefficients

Nov 15, 2003 · Replies 5 · Nov 15, 2003

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Graduate What is the solution to the integral of xSin(x)Sin(2x) dx?

Nov 7, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 14, 2003

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Undergrad Single variable calculus question. (first post)

Nov 12, 2003 · Replies 4 · Nov 14, 2003

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Undergrad Point of inflection - always halfway between 2 critical points?

Nov 6, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 13, 2003

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Graduate Partial Derivative of f(x,y) = ∫xy cos(t2) dt?

Nov 7, 2003 · Replies 10 · Nov 12, 2003

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Undergrad Optimization Using Differentiation

Nov 11, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 12, 2003

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Undergrad Is My Solution for 4sinx - 3cosx Correct?

Nov 9, 2003 · Replies 3 · Nov 11, 2003

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Undergrad How to Calculate Radioactive Decay with Half-Life Formula

Nov 9, 2003 · Replies 9 · Nov 10, 2003

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Undergrad What is the rope's parametric equation?

Nov 8, 2003 · Replies 5 · Nov 10, 2003

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Undergrad Which Points on the Graph Match These Calculus Conditions?

Nov 2, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 10, 2003

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Undergrad How Do You Find the Normal to the Parametric Equation r(t) = <acos t, bsin t>?

Nov 9, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 10, 2003

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Undergrad How do I solve a Lagrange Multiplier problem with a given constraint?

Nov 9, 2003 · Replies 5 · Nov 9, 2003

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Undergrad Trig Substitution: Learn How to Integrate Easily

Nov 8, 2003 · Replies 3 · Nov 9, 2003

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Undergrad How to determine whether two complex trig equation is identical.

Nov 8, 2003 · Replies 4 · Nov 9, 2003

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Graduate What is the Proof that 2 Equals 1 Using Infinite Series?

Nov 4, 2003 · Replies 32 · Nov 8, 2003

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Undergrad Solving cos^3 x dx: A Quick and Easy Method

Nov 4, 2003 · Replies 9 · Nov 7, 2003

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Graduate Reimann sums, okay. How about a Reimann product ?

Nov 6, 2003 · Replies 1 · Nov 7, 2003

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Graduate Why is the polylogarithm equation for n=1 a logarithm?

Nov 6, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 7, 2003

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Undergrad Using differentials to approx error

Nov 3, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 5, 2003

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Graduate Learn About Nonstandard Analysis - Resources & Books

Oct 30, 2003 · Replies 9 · Nov 4, 2003

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Undergrad What's Wrong with This Proof That 2 = 1?

Nov 3, 2003 · Replies 3 · Nov 4, 2003

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Undergrad Calculating the Gradient of f at (4,5)

Nov 3, 2003 · Replies 4 · Nov 4, 2003

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Undergrad What is the derivative of a complex function?

Oct 27, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 3, 2003

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Undergrad Find the derivative of the function

Nov 1, 2003 · Replies 3 · Nov 3, 2003

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Undergrad How Accurate Is My Calculus Homework Solution?

Nov 2, 2003 · Replies 4 · Nov 3, 2003

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Undergrad Hrmm derivative problems (concept?)

Oct 30, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 2, 2003

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Undergrad How Are the Roots of t^2-t-2 Related to the Solutions of y''-y'-2y=0?

Oct 26, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 2, 2003

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Undergrad Rate of increase of population of a country

Oct 26, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 2, 2003

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Undergrad Find the initial velocity of the second ball

Oct 30, 2003 · Replies 2 · Nov 2, 2003

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High School What's the derivative of {sqrt (2x)} ?

Oct 30, 2003 · Replies 5 · Oct 31, 2003

Replies: 5

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High School Understanding the Notation of the Parts Formula

Oct 30, 2003 · Replies 2 · Oct 31, 2003

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Undergrad What is the area, in sq. feet, of the debris?

Oct 30, 2003 · Replies 2 · Oct 31, 2003

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Undergrad How do I find directional derivatives using partial derivatives?

Oct 30, 2003 · Replies 4 · Oct 30, 2003

Replies: 4

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High School Learning Partial Integration: Step-by-Step Guide

Oct 27, 2003 · Replies 6 · Oct 29, 2003

Replies: 6

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Undergrad How does Taylor series help expand the function 1/sqrt(1-x^2)?

Oct 28, 2003 · Replies 7 · Oct 29, 2003

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Graduate In math, what is sometimes meant by Analysis

Oct 12, 2003 · Replies 5 · Oct 28, 2003

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Undergrad Find the length of the specified arc of the given curve

Oct 20, 2003 · Replies 2 · Oct 28, 2003

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High School What are the Values of X and Y in the Equation X^2 - Y^2 = X - Y?

Oct 12, 2003 · Replies 7 · Oct 27, 2003

Replies: 7

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Undergrad Parametrics and vector valued functions

Oct 17, 2003 · Replies 2 · Oct 25, 2003

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Undergrad How do I handle square roots in partial derivatives?

Oct 23, 2003 · Replies 4 · Oct 24, 2003

Replies: 4

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Undergrad Limits splitting the fraction into two

Oct 23, 2003 · Replies 4 · Oct 24, 2003

Replies: 4

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Undergrad Solving the Integral of sqrt(4x-1) | Math Help

Oct 14, 2003 · Replies 9 · Oct 22, 2003

Replies: 9

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Undergrad Calc Help: Find Volume of Quadrant & Semicircle

Oct 21, 2003 · Replies 4 · Oct 22, 2003

Replies: 4

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Graduate What is the solution to limx-->0 (1/tan x)2 - 1/x2?

Oct 13, 2003 · Replies 9 · Oct 21, 2003

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Undergrad How can I use integration by parts to find the integral of a product?

Oct 19, 2003 · Replies 7 · Oct 21, 2003

Replies: 7

Views: 33K

Graduate Calculus Help: Find Volumes & Solve Problems

Oct 17, 2003 · Replies 2 · Oct 20, 2003

Replies: 2

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Undergrad Simple differentiation question

Oct 19, 2003 · Replies 3 · Oct 20, 2003

Replies: 3

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Graduate Proof of Differentiability at a Point Implies Limit Exists

Oct 12, 2003 · Replies 3 · Oct 19, 2003

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Undergrad Integral of sin3x from -a to a: Is My Answer Right?

Oct 11, 2003 · Replies 2 · Oct 18, 2003

Replies: 2

Views: 8K

Undergrad How to Express Triangle Area in Integrals and Find Equal Sections?

Oct 14, 2003 · Replies 16 · Oct 17, 2003

Replies: 16

Views: 21K

Graduate What is the New Notation for Triple Integrals and its Potential Applications?

Oct 13, 2003 · Replies 5 · Oct 15, 2003

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Undergrad Understanding dy/dx in Calculus

Oct 14, 2003 · Replies 2 · Oct 15, 2003

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Undergrad How Do You Find Tangent and Normal Lines to a Parabola?

Oct 12, 2003 · Replies 3 · Oct 13, 2003

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Undergrad Find the gradient of f(x,y). f(x,y)=(x^2)e^-2y

Oct 12, 2003 · Replies 3 · Oct 12, 2003

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Undergrad Calculus Problem: Find Integral of 1/(1-x)^2 dx

Oct 12, 2003 · Replies 3 · Oct 12, 2003

Replies: 3

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Undergrad Use the known area of a circle to find the value of the integral

Oct 9, 2003 · Replies 7 · Oct 12, 2003

Replies: 7

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Undergrad What Did I Do Wrong? Analyzing y = x tan x

Oct 9, 2003 · Replies 3 · Oct 10, 2003

Replies: 3

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Undergrad Definite Integrals - Solve Problems & Learn Answers

Oct 4, 2003 · Replies 8 · Oct 10, 2003

Replies: 8

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Undergrad Calc Problem: Find Angle of Intersection Between r1(t) & r2(t) at Origin

Oct 9, 2003 · Replies 4 · Oct 10, 2003

Replies: 4

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Undergrad Is the second equation a sphere?

Oct 10, 2003 · Replies 3 · Oct 10, 2003

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Undergrad What Is the Correct Limit Calculation for limx->3 (x^2f(x) - 18) / (x-3)?

Oct 7, 2003 · Replies 5 · Oct 10, 2003

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Undergrad Is the Integral of dx/(1-x^2) Equal to x/(1-x)?

Oct 9, 2003 · Replies 3 · Oct 9, 2003

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Graduate Proof using epsilons and deltas.

Oct 6, 2003 · Replies 5 · Oct 9, 2003

Replies: 5

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Graduate What is the Differential of a Vector?

Oct 5, 2003 · Replies 2 · Oct 8, 2003

Replies: 2

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Undergrad Proving the Divergence of A+B Series

Oct 5, 2003 · Replies 5 · Oct 8, 2003

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Undergrad Calculus problems, where to begin?

Oct 7, 2003 · Replies 2 · Oct 8, 2003

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Undergrad What differentiates Advanced Calculus from Real Analysis?

Sep 28, 2003 · Replies 7 · Oct 7, 2003

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Undergrad Why Are Definite Integrals Related to Antiderivatives?

Sep 24, 2003 · Replies 5 · Oct 6, 2003

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Graduate Can the Maclaurin Series for Sin(x) be Integrated?

Oct 5, 2003 · Replies 5 · Oct 6, 2003

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Graduate A right circular cone is inscribed in a hemisphere.

Oct 2, 2003 · Replies 2 · Oct 6, 2003

Replies: 2

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High School When do most people do calculus?

Oct 5, 2003 · Replies 2 · Oct 5, 2003

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Undergrad Help with simple dot product proof

Oct 3, 2003 · Replies 6 · Oct 5, 2003

Replies: 6

Views: 30K

High School How to Input Cubic Roots on a TI-83 Calculator?

Sep 24, 2003 · Replies 2 · Sep 24, 2003

Replies: 2

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Undergrad What is the area of a triangle formed by vectors?

Sep 21, 2003 · Replies 2 · Sep 22, 2003

Replies: 2

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High School Understanding Vectors: Magnitude and Angle Calculation

Sep 19, 2003 · Replies 6 · Sep 21, 2003

Replies: 6

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Undergrad What is the relationship between Dot and cross product vector?

Sep 21, 2003 · Replies 5 · Sep 21, 2003

Replies: 5

Views: 12K

Undergrad How can I calculate the derivative of a fraction with different denominators?

Sep 13, 2003 · Replies 7 · Sep 16, 2003

Replies: 7

Views: 4K

Undergrad Calc Class: Derivatives & Surface Area of Circles

Sep 12, 2003 · Replies 16 · Sep 16, 2003

Replies: 16

Views: 7K

High School Unsuccessful Attempts at Solving Limit Questions

Sep 15, 2003 · Replies 2 · Sep 15, 2003

Replies: 2

Views: 4K

Undergrad How Do I Solve for X in f(x) = c Using Logarithms?

Sep 7, 2003 · Replies 8 · Sep 13, 2003

Replies: 8

Views: 52K

Undergrad Find the Angle for Maximum x Position in Free Fall Motion

Sep 10, 2003 · Replies 1 · Sep 11, 2003

Replies: 1

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Undergrad Is there a flaw in my teacher's method of solving limits involving 0/0?

Sep 4, 2003 · Replies 10 · Sep 6, 2003

Replies: 10

Views: 7K

Undergrad Double Integration Intervals: How to Find the Limits?

Sep 2, 2003 · Replies 7 · Sep 3, 2003

Replies: 7

Views: 6K

Undergrad Struggling with Binomial Series Expansion? Get Help Here!

Aug 29, 2003 · Replies 2 · Aug 31, 2003

Replies: 2

Views: 8K

Undergrad X to the xth power and other indices

Aug 24, 2003 · Replies 3 · Aug 27, 2003

Replies: 3

Views: 8K

Undergrad Integrating Natural Logarithms: A Scientific Approach

Aug 13, 2003 · Replies 7 · Aug 25, 2003

Replies: 7

Views: 3K

Undergrad Find Slope of Tangent Line at P(1,2): Answer = 5/2

Aug 20, 2003 · Replies 4 · Aug 24, 2003

Replies: 4

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High School How to find angle of a curve in xy coordinate plane?

Aug 14, 2003 · Replies 5 · Aug 15, 2003

Replies: 5

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Calculus

Welcome to the Calculus forum!

Calculus is a branch of mathematics that focuses on the study of continuous change and motion.

It comprises two primary branches: differential calculus, which examines rates of change and slopes of curves, and integral calculus, which deals with accumulation and the calculation of areas under curves. Developed independently by Isaac Newton and Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz in the 17th century, calculus has become a fundamental tool in various scientific and engineering disciplines.

It provides a powerful framework for analyzing and modeling dynamic processes, such as motion, growth, and decay, and forms the basis for understanding concepts like derivatives and integrals, essential for advanced mathematical and scientific studies.

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