Learn Calculus Step By Step

by Ken Binmore

Ken Binmore's Learn Calculus Step By Step - This second edition of the course text necessary for the calculation of the functions of several variables begins with a basis of matrices and vectors, as well as a chapter recalling important aspects of the theory in one dimension. He then introduces partial derivatives through the functions of two variables and extends the discussion to more than two variables. This pattern is repeated throughout the book, using two variables as a springboard for the more general case. The book differentiates itself from the competition by introducing basic difference equations, including the use of a difference operator, as well as differential equations and complex numbers. It overcomes the difficulty of displaying curves and surfaces from an equation using many color infographics and includes over 250 exercises. By applying to economics and focusing on solving practical problems in science subjects rather than demonstrating formal theorems, this text should provide excellent motivation for students.

201 pages, Paperback

Published April 19, 2021

About the author

Professor of Economics at UCL, after holding corresponding positions at LSE and the University of Pennsylvania and Michigan. Onetime Professor of Mathematics at LSE.

Author of 77 published papers and 11 books. Research in evolutionary game theory, bargaining theory, experimental economics, political philosophy, mathematics and statistics.

Grants from National Science Foundation (3), ESRC (1), STICERD (2) and others. Chairman of LSE Economics Theory Workshop (10 years), Director of Michigan Economic Laboratory (5 years). Fellow of the Econometric Society and British Academy. Extensive collaboration with 25 co-authors.

Awarded the CBE in the New Years Honours List 2001 largely for his role in designing the UK 3G Spectrum Auction.