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Review of Functions
I. Overview of Functions: Lecture 1 | 26:29 min
In this lecture Professor Switkes will walk you through a Review of Functions often used in Calculus. First you will go over what is a function with definitions of the Domain and Range, as well as the Vertical Line Test. From there you will see several examples covering Square Functions, Natural Log Functions, and Exponential Functions. Then you will review Odd Functions and Even Functions followed by Increasing Functions and Decreasing Functions. Lastly you will cover more Types of Functions such as Polynomial Functions, Power Functions, Trigonometric Functions, Rational Functions, Exponential Functions, and Logarithmic Functions. The lecture is completed after four video examples to fully cement your understanding.
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Review of Functions
- These are review topics from algebra and pre-calculus it would be good to just briefly brush up on these things!
- As you go through calculus, it will be important to use the correct terminology for the various terms associated with functions clear mathematical communication is important!
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