Forgotten Calculus: A Refresher Course: With Applications to Economics and Business
Author: Barbara Lee Bleau Ph.D.
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ISBN: 0812019415
Publisher: Barrons Educational Series (August, 1994)
Sales Rank: 48,353
Average Customer Rating: 4.94 out of 5
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Rating: 5 out of 5
Forgotten Calculus-A very understandable and helpful review
This is one of the better practical texts available for a cursory review of calculus. My congratulations to Barron's and Dr. Lee Bleau. I usually do not take the time to comment on books although I like to get some feedback before buying a book. I felt so good about this text that I had to recommend it for anyone who wants to review their precalculus and calculus. It has a great synopsis of functions, as is usually covered under precalculus courses. It then moves on to derivatives, differential and integral calculus. Other "quick learning"/review books have not been as "smooth" as this one. The topics are covered clearly and in good order. There are a lot of example problems, with solutions, that help reinforce the learning process. I have actually found that I enjoy reading this book. The author does a great job in covering the material.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Very easy to follow. Makes Calculus almost enjoyable.
When I decided to pursue my engineering degree I discovered that I needed to take calculus-1 and 2. I had already taken calculus-1, but that was over 7 years ago. I then realized I'd "FORGOTTEN CALCULUS". This book was for me, literally. Anyone who desires a calculus review, or would like to learn on their own, should pick up this text. A basic knowledge of algebra is all that is really required. The algebraic review, in the first 9 lessons (out of 28), makes the transition to calculus a breeze. The author is careful to not take anything for granted, and never goes off on tangents (ha ha). The worked out examples have a natural progression that makes sense of the entire problem, not just the answer. The problems and exercises, which you work out yourself, are very comprehensive and appropriate. All the answers are given so that you can check your work. This book rocks!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Perfect review for those who have "forgotten calculas"
I've been out of college for several years and decided to go back for a masters degree. Unfortunately the degree I went for required me to recall a ton of knowledge that was buried in the deep places of my mind. This book helped me to recall my knowledge fo calculas and even taught me some techniques I wasn't aware of before. I say it's a good review because if someone weren't introduced to calculas before they might be easily intmidated by the subject material eventhough this book does the best job possible to easily convey the material to the reader. Kudos to the authors!! I was able to recall 3 years of calculas in approxiamtely 1.5 months. As a study aid or textbook supplement, I would receommend this for all. Similar Products
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