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Advanced Problem Solving Module 5

Working through this module will help you to consolidate your existing knowledge before extending your thinking. For more details about the Advanced Problem Solving programme, READ THIS.


In this second calculus module, we share some of the theory behind certain calculus techniques and offer you the opportunity to practise some of the calculus skills you will need to be successful in STEP and other advanced mathematics examinations.
Chain rule
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Chain rule

Read a derivation of the chain rule for differentiation, and then use our Mathmo app to practise.
The Product Rule
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The Product Rule

Read a derivation of the Product Rule for differentiation, and then use our Mathmo app to practise.
Curved square
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Curved square

Age
16 to 18
Challenge level
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Can you find the area of the central part of this shape? Can you do it in more than one way?
Towards Maclaurin
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Towards Maclaurin

Age
16 to 18
Challenge level
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Build series for the sine and cosine functions by adding one term at a time, alternately making the approximation too big then too small but getting ever closer.