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∫h(m)oop Knows Calculus
Let Shmoop be your light in the calculus storm. We have explanations that break through the clouds and examples that are double rainbows all the way. The rainbows lead to lucky charms;* no leprechauns included.
*Lucky charms = calculus comprehension, not marshmallow goodness (sorry)..
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Topics: Introduction to Calculus, Major Calculus Themes, Key Skills
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If calculus seems as intimidating as a bear standing on its haunches considering which part of you to eat first, you aren't alone. The biggest key...
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If derivatives are the Justice League of calculus, indefinite integrals are the Anti-Justice League. Indefinite integrals are the antithesis of der...
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It's time to answer the burning question that every calculus student asks. How does all of this "calculus" stuff relate to geometry? No? That quest...
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The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus—or FTC if you're texting your BFF about said theorem—proves that derivatives are the yin to integral's yang...
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Imagine that it's 2:15 in the morning. You are restless and surfing through television channels, and you come across an infomerical about the best...
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Around 490 BC, there was a philosopher named Zeno who didn't believe in motion. Just to be clear, he didn't believe that things move. We're as conf...
