• The Basics
  • We meet 9:05-10:00 MWF in RMS 204
  • Text(s):
    • Required text: Calculus 7E by James Stewart
    • Supplemental (and Optional):
      • Calculus for the Forgetful by Wojciech Kosek. This is not in the bookstore, but is available on the web.
      • Kahn Academy Calc 2
  • Calculator/Computer Use: Calculator and/or Mathematica use is allowed (and encouraged big time) on all assignments and exams.
  • TGWSUF: Paul Humke Office: RNS 409 ext. 3410
  • Hotline: 507-301-8475
• Office Hours: MTF 2:00-3:00, TTh 10:00-11:00
• Homework - 100 pts.- Daily assignments due in 2 class periods. Working together to solve the problems is absolutely fine and is encouraged!!, but you must write up your own solutions.
• Midterms/Quizes - Hundreds of pts.- There will be 2 midterm exams each worth 100pts and several announced quizes.
• Final - 200 pts.- The Final, celebrated on
  Thursday, December 19 from 9:00-11:00

  will be comprehensive; don't forget to study!!

1. Consider the curve defined by x^2 + xy + y^2 + 27

   (A) Write an expression for the slope of the curve at any point (x,y)

   (B) Determine whether the lines tangent to the curve at the x-intercepts of the curve are parallel. Show the analysis that leads to your conclusion.

   (C) Find the points on the curve where the lines tangent to the curve are vertical.

   Questions, Comments, Answers??

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