Need a book to prepare for my Calculus 3 class

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For preparing for Calculus 3, several resources were recommended, particularly those that offer ample practice problems. A strong suggestion is to use "Div, Grad, Curl and All That" by Schey, which provides a concise overview of vector calculus. Additionally, Marsden's "Vector Calculus" was mentioned as a comprehensive but demanding option. While Paul's Online Notes are acknowledged, the discussion emphasizes the need for more practice problems, with Schaum's Outlines being noted for their extensive problem sets. Overall, the focus is on finding accessible yet thorough materials to build a solid foundation in vector analysis and calculus before the semester begins.
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Ahoy,
Next semester I am taking Calc 3 and I would like to prepair over the summer so that it is not so daunting. If anyone can suggest a "...For Dummies" type book which would give me good examples and equations along with ample example problems that would be great.

P.S. I already know about Paul's Online Notes. I need something with more practice problems
 
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Schaum's outlines always have a lot problems to work on. I'm not sure about any other source like that. There are a lot of different subjects, here are two that might be of use.
vector analysis
calculus

A really good short book on vector calculus is Div Grad Curl and all that by Schey
Dig Grad Curl

Note: these links support PF
 
I would recommend Marsden's Vector Calculus. It's a bit demanding though...
 

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