Calculus Programs: Find Solns for Derivatives/Integrals

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The discussion revolves around finding computer programs that can provide worked solutions for derivatives and integrals in calculus. Participants are exploring various software options and their functionalities.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

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  • Participants share different software recommendations, including Wolfram Alpha, Maple, and others, while discussing the pros and cons of using these tools versus learning to solve problems manually. Some express frustration with their current understanding and seek assistance.

Discussion Status

The conversation includes a variety of software suggestions and personal experiences with these tools. There is an ongoing exploration of the balance between using technology for assistance and the importance of mastering the underlying concepts. No consensus has been reached on the best approach.

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Some participants express concerns about relying too heavily on technology for homework help, indicating a tension between seeking assistance and the desire to learn independently.

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hey guys, i was wondering if anyone know anygood program that you can type in a function and it gives a worked solution to get the deravtive/integral. thanks for any replies.
 
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Sounds like you're trying to get a computer to do your homework for you. There are many computer programs and packages can be used to perform mathematical computations (Mathematica, MATLAB, MathCAD, octave, Maxima, SciPy), but you're much better off just learning to do your problems by hand.

- Warren
 
na I am trying, I've got problems with answers, but keep getting stcuk continuously and impossible to go on without any help..
 
I like Maple myself.
It has a built in tutor function that can guide you through your problems. You can also use it to show one step at the time or all steps.

Wolfram Alpha is great as well, but it doesn't differentiate what level of Mathematics you are at. So sometimes it might give you a method using advanced methods.
 
geffman1 said:
hey guys, i was wondering if anyone know anygood program that you can type in a function and it gives a worked solution to get the deravtive/integral. thanks for any replies.
And just think -- not too long ago, the most sophisticated computing device commonly available was made out of bamboo and had two moving parts and no batteries. And later when calculators first came out, the ones who had them first were the drug dealers.
 

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