The Everything Guide to Calculus I

A step-by-step guide to the basics of calculus—in plain English!

By Greg Hill, National Council of Teachers of Mathema

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Calculus is the basis of all advanced science and math. But it can be very intimidating, especially if you're learning it for the first time! If finding derivatives or understanding integrals has you stumped, this book can guide you through it. This indispensable resource offers hundreds of practice exercises and covers all the key concepts of calculus, including:

Limits of a function
Derivatives of a function
Monomials and polynomials
Calculating maxima and minima
Logarithmic differentials
Integrals
Finding the volume of irregularly shaped objects

By breaking down challenging concepts and presenting clear explanations, you'll solidify your knowledge base--and face calculus without fear!

Greg Hill has more than twenty-five years of experience teaching AP Calculus and other advanced math classes. He is a two-time Illinois state finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, and is a member of the Illinois and National Councils of Teachers of Mathematics. Hill has been a College Board consultant and AP Calculus exam grader for the past ten years. He currently teaches at Hinsdale Central High School, and also conducts day- and week-long professional development seminars for AP Calculus teachers. He is the author of CLEP Calculus, a test prep book for the College Board's College Level Entrance Exam.

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