Does anybody know a site where i can find many epsilon delta problems?

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This discussion centers on finding resources for practicing epsilon-delta proofs in calculus. Users recommend utilizing reputable Calculus 1 and 2 textbooks, as well as the YouTube channel "bullcleo1" for instructional content. Additionally, the Schaum series, particularly "Mathematical Analysis 2," is suggested for its extensive collection of proof-based calculus problems. Emphasis is placed on understanding the concepts visually and creatively before engaging in practice.

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  • Understanding of epsilon-delta definitions in calculus
  • Familiarity with continuous functions
  • Basic knowledge of limits in mathematical analysis
  • Experience with proof-based problem solving
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  • Explore Calculus 1 and 2 textbooks for epsilon-delta problems
  • Watch the YouTube channel "bullcleo1" for instructional videos on limits
  • Obtain the Schaum series book "Mathematical Analysis 2" for additional practice
  • Engage in visual and creative exercises to enhance understanding of epsilon-delta proofs
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Students struggling with epsilon-delta proofs, educators seeking teaching resources, and anyone looking to strengthen their understanding of limits in calculus.

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I'm sick of still not getting this. I bombed the epsilon delta part of my mid term. A site where it gives many problems on epsilon delta and solutions would be amazing.
 
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The amazing thing about \epsilon - \delta proofs is that you can make them up yourself!

Take any function f:\mathbb{R}\to\mathbb{R} that you know is continuous. And prove the limit exists.

You know the limit from intuition, now prove that what you think is correct through the use of epsilons and deltas!
 
kramer733 said:
I'm sick of still not getting this. I bombed the epsilon delta part of my mid term. A site where it gives many problems on epsilon delta and solutions would be amazing.

You do not need a site to find them. Look in any good Calculus 1\2 textbook. You will find plenty there. Also, if you need to get a good handle on doing these epsilon delta limits proofs, there is a YouTube channel, "bullcleo1".
 
I really like this guy's http://tutorial.math.lamar.edu/Classes/CalcI/DefnOfLimit.aspx" . Hope you find it useful. :smile:
 
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I really like this guy's http://tutorial.math.lamar.edu/Classes/CalcI/DefnOfLimit.aspx" . Hope you find it useful. :smile:

Ditto. Whomever Paul is, I love him. That site is great.
 
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Thanks. Read it over. But I'm really looking for a site with just A BUNCH of problems so i can get more practice on them. Would anybody know of such sites?
 
Try one of the Schaum series books, I remember using one that was probably called "mathematical analysis 2", it had a lot of proof-based calculus problems.
 
Practicing will be useless if it doesn't help you understand the concept. Understand the concept visually and in other ways (like a game where I give you epsilon and challenge you to find delta). Then, practice. There's no general procedure that will always work. You just have to have some intuition and creativity.
 

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