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Calculus 2.1 day 2 - Step Functions PPTCalculus 2.1 day 2 - Step Functions PPT
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Calculus 2.1 day 2 - Step Functions

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"Step functions" are sometimes used to describe real-life situations. This extensive lesson with many practice examples demonstrates two such functions: the Greatest Integer Function and the Least Integer Function. The commands on the TI-89 Graphing calculator for floor and ceiling functions are shown. The Sandwich Theorem is also used to solve some problems.

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Calculus, graphing calculator, greatest integer function, sector, floor function, least integer function, ceiling function, sandwich theorem, math
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Grade
11th - 12th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Presentations
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For Teacher Use
Number of Slides
28

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