Giancoli Physics Sixth Edition [Updated]

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The discussion centers on the necessity of understanding derivatives and integrals for Giancoli's Physics Sixth Edition, specifically in the context of AP Physics B. The user expresses concern about needing calculus knowledge despite being enrolled in Pre-Calculus. Participants confirm that calculus is not a corequisite for AP Physics B, noting that the course primarily covers limits without delving deeply into calculus concepts. The consensus is that while some calculus knowledge may enhance understanding, it is not essential for success in the course.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of Pre-Calculus concepts
  • Familiarity with limits and their applications
  • Knowledge of trigonometric functions and their integrals
  • Awareness of AP Physics B curriculum requirements
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  • Review Giancoli Physics Sixth Edition for specific calculus-related content
  • Study the concept of limits in calculus
  • Explore basic integral and derivative formulas
  • Consult AP Physics B syllabus for core topics and prerequisites
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High school students enrolled in AP Physics B, educators preparing students for the course, and anyone seeking to understand the relationship between calculus and physics concepts.

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Hey guys, yesterday I got my physics book in the mail and I started to browse through and look at some of the information. I noticed for 1 of the formulas and such that there was a title with "Some Derivatives and Integrals" and I'm wondering if we NEED to know this for this book, because I'll only be in Pre calc taking this.

What some of it says:
int[sin ax dx = -1/a cos ax
int[xos ax dx = 1/a sin ax

things like that..

Kinda scary for me, but why would my school only say pre calc? Btw, this is for AP Physics B not C..

Thanks.
 
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I would ask the teacher of the course, or a student who has completed the course at your school. Those are the only people who can give you a reliable answer.

By the way, I too am rather baffled that calculus is not a corequisite for an AP physics course.
 
I've been looking through it and I can't find anything that has to do with calculus other than limits in the first 10 chapters, limits, I'm not worried about because they're easy (I've learned some things myself). And yeah any other opinions ;s
 

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