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Calculus |  | Authors: Ron Larson, Bruce H. Edwards
Publisher: Brooks Cole
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Edition: 9
Pages: 1328
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ISBN: 0547167024
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 18
 INNOVATIVE AT THE INTERMEDIATE LEVEL March 7, 2010
JON STRICKLAND (Smithfield, NC United States)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
This review is done from the perspective of one who is either learning or teaching Calculus II and Calculus III. In this volume, Larson and Edwards have laid out elaborate examples in terms of how applications of the integral are carried out. Accompanied with WebAssign, the text information provides three-dimensional modeling such as the highly-enhanced computer graphics that enable one to see how space is occupied not just in the Cartesian (x-y) plane but also the surfaces that require x-y-z coordinates as well as those that entail cylindrical and spherical objects. For instance, in providing examples of the shell method or the method of disks, the instructor can give students an animated visual of the physical attributes described. Those engaged can see the apparatus from virtually all angles, including top view, bottom view, side view, etc. For one from the "old school", this is quite an advancement from the attempted chalkboard drawings of yesteryear; though often reliable, this learning tool could only be displayed on a two-dimensional surface, thus leaving too much to the imagination in regard to the remaining dimension which could not, at the time, be adequately illustrated.
Along with the advantages of the computer software, the exercises contained are numerous and well segued from one mastery level to the next. Having already taught Calculus from other references, I can argue that the changes from topic to topic or problem to problem are better transitioned in the 9th edition of Larson and Edwards than they are in other books. One particular standout is an outlined, shortcut method that might be used for various Integration by Parts exercises and thus drastically cut down on the number of steps that might otherwise be used, especially where repeated Integration by Parts is called for.
After reading the complaints from those in Calculus I, I recommend Silvanus Thompson's classic, Calculus Made Easy, as a cost-effective supplement for learning introductory level derivatives and integrals. So far as the intermediate, undergraduate level Calculus II and III are concerned, Larson and Edwards' work is ideal, for it seems to utilize innovative techniques in a style reminiscent of Thompson.
Larson/Edwards Calculus May 1, 2010
Brian L. Donat
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I was looking for a good refresher on Calculus and among my collection of books, I had another Larson Title on pre-calculus which was found to be a very good read. My older Calculus book by Schenk is less fluid and to my delight, this book, "Calculus" by Larson and Edwards, like the "PreCalculus with Limits" by Larson and Hostetler, is easily assimilated. The book is well sectioned and the explanatory text is clear, building naturally upon previous material and backed by a good cadre of examples. This book works with the reader and not against the reader. The tiring presentation of dry theorems that one might have found in other books is nicely overcome in this one by a fluid writing style and well structured material, backed by coherent examples and many thoughtful gems which enlighten the processes one must go through to solve problems. Applicability is demonstrated consistently by real world problems.
The book was delivered as new and the seller made good on a prompt delivery.
Calculus Book Review June 25, 2010
Danielle
The textbook arrived very quickly and was in great condition!It is just like brand-new. I am so happy, and grateful to the seller. Thank you so much!
Looked New February 3, 2010
K A Maci (Midland, Texas United States)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is the first time I have purchased a used college book. I saved $100.00. The book arrived in 5 days in great condition. It looks new other than the fact that it has a yellow used sticker on it. I will use this source for future books.
Happy with this book. September 24, 2009
A. Ulloa (Chicago, IL)
1 out of 6 found this review helpful
I hated this book at first because there were no worked out solutions in the back of the book. The website that they have in the book for odd solutions wasn't working on my computer. Then it dawned on me that I needed to use Internet Explorer instead of Firefox to open the window. The website is great! Everything is very well worked out! The book was like brand new!
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