Stewart Single Variable Calculus 6E.

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The discussion revolves around tutoring a student using "Stewart Single Variable Calculus 6E," specifically focusing on chapter 3. The tutor is seeking to understand the book's contents and difficulty level, as they have primarily learned calculus through lectures rather than textbooks. The conversation highlights the existence of two versions of the book: the early transcendental and the regular version, which cover similar topics but differ in the order of presentation. There is also mention of various formats, including single variable and multivariate options, with the single variable version being suitable for those not pursuing multivariate calculus. Additionally, it is noted that the 5th edition of the book can be a viable alternative if the problems at the chapter's end are not needed. The tutor expresses concern about finding the exact title on Amazon, where multiple related titles by James Stewart appear. Lastly, it is mentioned that Amazon now offers the option to read the book online upon purchase.
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Hi every one,

I am supposed to help/tutor a student who is using this book:Stewart Single Variable Calculus 6E. He is in chapter 3. I am very good at calculus, but learned from lectures. Never used books. That is how it is done in my country:). Could anyone let me know what are the contends of this book so that I can review appropriately. Also, could you suggest an online resource that is very similar to the contends of this book. I am kind of nervous to face him without knowing the difficulty level of this book...Helppp...

Thank you very much. Any support is appreciated.
 
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Thanks for the quick response. At Amazon, I searched, hoping to purchase, for the title 'Stewart Single Variable Calculus 6E'. Amazon lists a bunch of books by James Stewart with the book title 'Calculus'. Couldn't find the exact title the student provided me. Any idea why this is?

Note: Amazon now allows you to read the book online, if you purchase.

Thanks.

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There are two main books, the early transcendental and the regular one.

There are also different formats. Some of them are single variable only, some of them are multivariate, and the more expensive ones cover all three semesters, so the single variable version is usually good if you are not going to take multivariate calculus, since it leaves out the later chapters. There are also different bindings (paperback versus hardcover).

Also, if you do not need the problems at the back of the chapters, you can probably buy the 5th edition, because it is virtually the same.
 
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