Calculus Multivariable, 2nd Edition
ISBN: 978-0-470-45359-9
January 2011
504 pages
ISBN: 978-0-470-45359-9
January 2011
504 pages
Blank and Krantz's Calculus 2e brings together time-tested methods and innovative thinking to address the needs of today's students, who come from a wide range of backgrounds and look ahead to a variety of futures. Using meaningful examples, credible applications, and incisive technology, Blank and Krantz's Calculus 2e strives to empower students, enhance their critical thinking skills, and equip them with the knowledge and skills to succeed in the major or discipline they ultimately choose to study. Blank and Krantz’s engaging style and clear writing make the language of mathematics accessible, understandable and enjoyable, while maintaining high standards for mathematical rigor.
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ü Chapter Review Exercises: This edition now includes chapter review exercises
ü Exercises:More exercises added throughout, especially drill and medium-level exercises
ü Depth of Exercises: Exercise sets have real depth and are organised into three parts; skills exercises (Problems for Practice), more challenging and thought-provoking exercises (Further Theory and Practice), and technology exercises (Calculator/Computer Sciences)
ü Pedagogical Features: These include: Insight, A Look Back, A Look Forward, Quick Quiz, Preview, Key/Basic Steps, Summary of Key Topics, Genesis and Development
ü Advanced Students Are Engaged Early: Students who were exposed to calculus in high school are challenged and engaged early; for instance, by early exposure to sequences (in Chapter 2, “Limits”)
ü Technology:Technology is an essential part of modern life. It is used throughout the book in a natural and comfortable manner. Students see how scientists and engineers think about mathematical questions.
ü Real World Applications: Applications are not “made up” or artificial. They are shown as an essential part of the way we think about Mathematics and the world around us.
ü Sequences: These are introduced early and used throughout to motivate key ideas like limits, exponentials and series.