Paul Dawkins
Paul's Online Notes: Calculus I: Area and Volume Formulas
The tutorial examines the area between two curves and the volume of a solid of revolution. The class notes are available in pdf format.
Paul Dawkins
Paul's Online Notes: Calculus I: Applications of Integrals
The tutorial investigates applications of integrals. Topics discussed are average function value, area between two curves, volumes of solids of revolution, and work. Class notes, definitions, and examples with detailed solutions are...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Optimization
This activity shows the student how to determine the optimal solution for maximum volume based on the box-with-no-top problem.
Math Notes and Math Tests
Pre Calculus Notes: Applications of Determinants [Pdf]
The tutorial discusses applications of determinants. Students learn about Cramer?s rule, determinants, area, and volume. The resource consists of class notes and examples with solutions.
University of Arizona
Math Lesson: Calculating Parts Per Million: Do We Have a Problem Here?
Twelfth graders test solutions to determine the parts per million and whether a lake is contaminated.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Confectionery Delight
Students first make physical models using paper and scissors to get a grasp of the problem and to determine how to set it up. They then use the CAS of the TI-89 and calculus to determine the dimensions of the box which gives the maximum...
Math2
Math2
This is a site for students and teachers of all grade levels. If you are looking for math tables, general information about math topics, or you would like to ask a question, this is the site to visit.
Cool Math
Coolmath: Precalculus Basic Formulas to Know
This CoolMath resource provides an introduction to some Precalculus formulas.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: The Region Between Two Curves
This activity is an application of integration. Students use calculus to find the area of a region and the volumes of solids generated by the region. They use the CAS of their TI-89 and calculus to determine the exact answers.