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    What method to use to calculate volume

    Hi Can anyone explain to me the difference between the following: Single variable Calculus : Solids of Revolution Multivariable : Double and Triple Integrals. When I tried to connect these topics, I found the same answer : Volume. My question is how to decide on...
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    What is Analysis? Answers to Questions for Comp Sci Students

    Thank you Robert1986! I think Analysis is too abstract unlike my Calculus courses. So if I can, I will try to take some abstract math courses before going to Analysis.
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    What is Analysis? Answers to Questions for Comp Sci Students

    Hi I am going to finish my calculus sequences with this semester [1,2&3 (Vector Cal)]. Currently I am enrolled in Computer Science program in my university. I am interested to study about Analysis. I need some clarifications about Analysis. Please guide me... My questions are...
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    Projectile Motion: Solving for Explosion Co-ordinates

    Thank you! I got it. I used X=Vx0t and Y=Vy0t+1/2ayt2 equations.
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    Projectile Motion: Solving for Explosion Co-ordinates

    Projectile motion...? Homework Statement An artillery shell is fired with an initial velocity of 300 m/s at 55 degrees above the horizontal. It explodes on mountainside 42 s after firing. If x is horizontal and y is vertical, find the (x,y) co-ordinates where shell explodes? Homework...
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    Calculating the constant acceleration

    Homework Statement An automobile moving along a straight track changes its velocity from 40 m/s to 80 m/s in a distance of 200 m. What is the (constant) acceleration component of the vehicle during this time? Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution I try to solve this...
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    Difficulty in learning physics

    I have trouble with interpreting the word problems to the equivalent mathematical statements.:confused:
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    Difficulty in learning physics

    Homework Statement Hi everyone, I am taking 'Mechanics' ( Introductory level - Calculus based ) this summer. I already passed my Calculus I ( Differentiation ). The textbook we are using is " Physics for scientists and engineers" by Serway. I am facing some difficulties with learning. I...
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    What is the Direction of the Vector with Given Components?

    No there is no direction mentioned. Only the value of theta is given, which is 58 degrees. :frown:
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    What is the Direction of the Vector with Given Components?

    Homework Statement A vector has x component of (-25.0) units and y component of (40.0) units. Find the magnitude and direction of this vector. Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution Magnitude = \sqrt{}(-25.0)^2+(40.0)^2 = 47.17 units. Direction = tan...
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    Can Calculus Be Mastered Without a Strong Foundation in Geometry?

    Thank you. In my Linear Algebra course, I learned about matrices, determinants and vectors, but only the basics. Not connected with Calculus.
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    Can Calculus Be Mastered Without a Strong Foundation in Geometry?

    Thank you Kiwakwok :smile: Even though I am not good in Math, I like Calculus. It unifies all the topics in Math from Geometry to Trigonometry and it helps us to study about functions at the deepest level :smile:
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