Optimization and Modeling in AP Calculus
Offered By: North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore optimization and modeling concepts in this 30-minute video lecture from the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics' AP Calculus Collection. Delve into various problem-solving techniques, including the WINDOW method, and tackle real-world applications such as cone problems, landscaping challenges, and geometric scenarios involving cylinders and spheres. Learn how to approach optimization questions step-by-step, from initial setup to finding solutions. Gain valuable insights on handling diverse scenarios, including finding the closest points and navigating a pole around a corner. Enhance your calculus skills with this comprehensive tutorial, designed to prepare students for AP Calculus exams and beyond.
Syllabus
Intro
Tips
WINDOW
Cone Problem
Landscaper
Box Problem (another way)
Cylinder in a Sphere
Solution
Closest Points
Carrying a pole around a corner
Taught by
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
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