Elementary Calculus (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

William F. Osgood

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1331822327 ISBN 13 : 9781331822325

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master numerical methods in calculus with clear, step-by-step explanations you can trust.

This edition presents practical approaches to solving equations and approximating values. It compares interpolation with Newton’s method, showing when each method is most effective and how to use tables and graphs to guide your work. The text blends geometry, graphs, and algebra to build intuition for numerical problem solving.

Readers will see concrete examples, learn how to judge accuracy, and follow procedures that apply to real calculations. The material emphasizes how to move from rough estimates to precise results, using methods that students can implement with or without extensive computing aids.

• Explanations of interpolation and Newton’s method with worked examples.


• Guidance on when to switch from graphical ideas to algebraic calculations.


• Exercises that reinforce techniques for successive approximations and table-based computations.


• Illustrations showing how to visualize problems and verify results for reliability.

Ideal for readers seeking a solid foundation in numerical techniques within calculus, and for anyone building practical problem‑solving skills.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Elementary Calculus, by William F. Osgood.
This book, although intended for college use, is included in this review because it is probably the latest textbook on this subject. "The object of this book is to present the elements of the Differential Calculus in a form easily accessible for the undergraduate." Professor Osgood emphasizes the use of graphical methods.
--The Place of the Elementary Calculus in the Senior High School Mathematics

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1331822327
• ISBN 13: 9781331822325
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 239
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