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About this publication

An introduction to Applied Calculus for Social and Life Sciences, the revised edition, contains all the material in the original version and now contains answers to odd numbered exercises. The book additionally contains selected worked out examples available from the publisher’s website. 

The accent throughout the book is on computational skills, critical thinking and problem-solving with no emphasis on mathematical theory and proofs. The book is carefully crafted to motivate students while stimulating understanding and proficiency.

• Step-by-step problem-solving techniques followed by meticulously chosen examples explain concepts clearly.
• Definitions and key concepts are highlighted by shaded boxes to provide easy referencing for the student.
• Comprehensive exercises at the end of each chapter.
• Straightforward and concise writing style

Content

• Algebraic Reviews
• Linear and Quadratic Equations
• Inequalities and Absolute Values
• Functions
• Limits
• Differentiation
• Derivatives of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
• Applications of Differentiation
• Integration
• Modelling with Differential Equations