Calculus 1 text book - Need review of precalculus

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The discussion centers on the necessity of a solid precalculus foundation for success in Calculus 1, specifically using the textbook "Calculus: Early Transcendentals (3rd edition)." Participants emphasize that while a good grasp of basic functions such as exponentials, logarithms, and trigonometric functions is beneficial, it is not critical to achieve perfection in precalculus before starting calculus. The consensus is that students will naturally review and reinforce their precalculus knowledge while learning calculus concepts.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic functions: exponentials, logarithms, and trigonometric functions
  • Familiarity with differentiation techniques and applications
  • Knowledge of integration techniques and numerical integration
  • Experience with calculus concepts from introductory courses
NEXT STEPS
  • Review precalculus concepts using resources like "Schaum's Outline of Calculus (6th edition)"
  • Practice differentiation techniques with exercises from "Calculus: Early Transcendentals (3rd edition)"
  • Explore integration techniques and numerical integration methods
  • Engage with online calculus tutorials or forums for additional support
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Students preparing for Calculus 1, educators teaching calculus, and anyone seeking to strengthen their understanding of precalculus concepts in relation to calculus.

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Hi, so I'm taking calculus 1 this year however I haven't taken precalculus in several years. I don't remember any of it, and the textbook of the course doesn't review it at all(they just sample you questions) and I'm having issues solving the precalculus review questions(how necessary is it that I even make sure my precalculus is in tip-top shape? would i get by just fine if i ignore it or what)

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Calculus of functions of one variable and related numerical topics. Derivatives of algebraic, trigonometric and exponential functions. Differentiation techniques and applications of derivatives. Techniques of integration, numerical integration.

The textbook we're using is Calculus: Early Transcendentals(3rd edition)
I have shaum's outline Calculus(6th edition) and Calculus for dummies(2nd edition) however none of this outlines the precalculus.
 
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You should have a good grasp of all the basic functions you learned in high school: exponentials, logarithms, ttrigonometric... But I don't think you should worry too much with that (trying to be tip-top shape, like you said). You will intuitively review all of that while learning calculus concepts, anyway.
 
ramzerimar said:
You should have a good grasp of all the basic functions you learned in high school: exponentials, logarithms, ttrigonometric... But I don't think you should worry too much with that (trying to be tip-top shape, like you said). You will intuitively review all of that while learning calculus concepts, anyway.
Thank the lord, I had remembered I did very poorly in advanced functions however I nailed the intro to calculus course. Quite funny in my eyes
 

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