Excerpt from Differential Calculus for Beginners A good working knowledge of elementary Algebra and Trigonometry is assumed, and in the latter part of the hook it s supposed that the student will have acquired some know edge of the methods of coordinate geometry. Stress is laid at the outset on the graphic representation of functions, as by this means a vividness and reality is given to the processes of the Calculus which is not easily obtained without such ocular assistance. In this way the theory of maxima and minima becomes very simple and convincing. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.