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The Standard Deviants: The Candy-Coated World of Calculus, Part 2 (1998)

Revised 1998 version. When you're ready to tackle advanced calculus, The Standard Deviants are ready to help! Part 2 covers applications of the derivative, antiderivatives and the definite integral. By combining a relaxed and enjoyable format with computer graphics and animation, the Standard Deviants enhance understanding and increase retention of difficult subjects. The key to a better grade in calculus is only a play button away.

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  • Photo of Gelila Asres HurwitzGelila Asres HurwitzActor
  • Photo of Herschel BleefeldHerschel BleefeldActor
  • Photo of Diane CooperDiane CooperActor
  • Photo of Jeremy KlavensJeremy KlavensActor
  • Photo of Liz LaytonLiz LaytonActor
  • Photo of Chas MastinChas MastinActor
  • Photo of Tessa MunroTessa MunroActor
  • Photo of Shaun PowellShaun PowellActor
  • Photo of Kristjana KnightKristjana KnightActor

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