Table of Contents
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MatematikaAdaptasi Bahasa Indonesia dari Algebrica
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Chapter 1. SetsA set is a collection of objects called elements that are considered as a whole. They are represented by uppercase letters A, B, C, and their elements by lowercase letters.
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Chapter 2. Types Of NumbersNumbers organized into nested families, each extending the previous one to accommodate quantities that the smaller family cannot represent.
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Chapter 3. Natural NumbersThe natural numbers arise from the act of counting, but a modern treatment demands an axiomatic foundation that makes their properties explicit and independent from any informal notion.
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Chapter 4. IntegersAmong the different types of numbers, the integers emerge when we extend the natural numbers to include the additive opposites of every positive quantity.
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Chapter 5. Modulo OperatorThe modulo operator is one of the most frequently used operations in integer arithmetic. Given two integers, it returns the remainder left over after dividing the first by the second.
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Chapter 6. Real NumbersThe real numbers are introduced as a structure characterised by a combination of algebraic and order properties.
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Chapter 7. Properties Of Real NumbersBefore discussing the algebraic properties of real numbers, it is essential to clarify how operations are performed in an expression.
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Chapter 8. Absolute ValueThe absolute value of a number represents its distance from zero on the number line, without considering its sign.
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Chapter 9. IntervalsAn interval is a subset of the real line with the property that, whenever two points belong to it, every point lying between them also belongs to it.
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Chapter 10. Supremum and InfimumAlthough real numbers are frequently introduced via their algebraic properties, the essential distinction between \mathbb{R} and \mathbb{Q} lies in their order structure, particularly a unique...
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Chapter 11.
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Chapter 12. Binomial CoefficientThe binomial coefficient denotes the number of ways to select a specific number of items k from a more extensive set of n elements, disregarding the selection order.
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Chapter 14. RingsA ring is an algebraic structure that extends the notion of a group by introducing a second binary operation.
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Chapter 15. FieldsA field is an algebraic structure in which the operations of addition and multiplication are both fully invertible, subject to the sole exception that division by zero is excluded.
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Chapter 16. Vector SpacesA vector space is an algebraic structure that formalises the idea of quantities that can be scaled and combined linearly.
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Chapter 18. RadicalsRadicals emerge from the problem of solving equations of the form x^{n} = a, where n \in \mathbb{N}, n \geq 2, and a \in \mathbb{R}.
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Chapter 19. LogarithmsIf a and b are positive real numbers, where a \neq 1, the logarithm of b to the base a, denoted as log{a} ( b ), is defined as the real number c such that a^{c} = b.
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Chapter 20. Complex NumbersComplex numbers arise to overcome the limitations of the set of real numbers \mathbb{R}, particularly the impossibility of taking even-indexed roots of negative numbers.
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Chapter 21. Operations with Complex NumbersA complex number z is an expression of the form z = a + b i, where a and b are real numbers and i is the imaginary unit, characterized by the defining relation i^{2} = - 1.
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Chapter 22. Complex Numbers in Trigonometric FormThe algebraic form z = a + b i represents a complex number through its real and imaginary components directly.
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Chapter 24. De Moivre’s TheoremSuppose we want to compute the power of a complex number z \in \mathbb{C}. The most straightforward approach is to start from its algebraic form and expand the expression directly.
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Chapter 25. Roots of UnityGiven a positive integer n, a root of unity of order n is a complex number z satisfying the equation z^{n} = 1
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Chapter 26. Unit CircleThe unit circle (or the trigonometric circle) is a circle of radius one centered at the origin of the Cartesian plane.
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Chapter 27. Sine and CosineSine and cosine are the two primary trigonometric functions. Given an oriented angle \theta, represented on the unit circle by a point P, the sine and cosine of \theta are defined respectively as the...
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Chapter 28. Tangent and CotangentTangent and cotangent are two trigonometric ratios derived from sine and cosine. Given an oriented angle \theta, the tangent is defined as the ratio of the sine of \theta to its cosine, and the...
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Chapter 29. Secant and CosecantConsider the unit circle centered at the origin \text{O} = ( 0 , 0 ) with radius 1.
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Chapter 30. Arcsine and ArccosineThe arcsine is the inverse of the sine function. Given a number x \in [ - 1 , 1 ] (i.e., the range of values the sine function can attain), arcsin ( x
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Chapter 31. Arctangent and ArccotangentIn the unit circle, the tangent of an angle \theta can be visualized as the length of the segment tangent to the circle at the point where the terminal side meets it, measured along the vertical...
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Chapter 32. Hyperbolic Sine and CosineWe have seen that the sine of an angle can be introduced geometrically by looking at how a point moves along the unit circle.
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Chapter 33. Hyperbolic Tangent and CotangentThe hyperbolic tangent and cotangent arise from the hyperbolic sine and cosine in exactly the same way that the circular tangent and cotangent arise from the circular sine and cosine.
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Chapter 35. Trigonometric IdentitiesA trigonometric identity is an equation involving trigonometric functions that holds for every admissible value of the variables.
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Chapter 36. Pythagorean IdentityThe Pythagorean identity is an equation that connects trigonometry and geometry, and it derives directly from the Pythagorean theorem, which relates the sides of a right triangle.
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Chapter 38. Reduction Formulas and Reference AnglesGiven an angle \theta in standard position on the unit circle, the acute angle formed between its terminal side and the horizontal axis is called the reference angle of \theta, and is usually denoted...
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Chapter 39. The Law of SinesThe law of sines states that in any triangle, the ratio between the length of a side and the sine of its opposite angle is the same for all three sides.
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Chapter 40. The Law of CosinesThe law of cosines relates the sides of any triangle through the angle opposite to one of them. It can be viewed as a generalisation of the Pythagorean theorem, valid not only for right triangles but...
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Chapter 42. MonomialsA monomial is an algebraic expression consisting of a single term. It is written as the product of a numerical coefficient and one or more variables, each raised to a non-negative integer exponent.
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Chapter 43. BinomialsA binomial refers to a polynomial that contains exactly two non-zero terms. Its general form is expressed as ( a + b ) or ( a - b ).
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Chapter 44. TrinomialsA trinomial is defined as a polynomial consisting of exactly three non-zero, pairwise distinct terms. More generally, within a commutative ring with unity, a trinomial in the indeterminate x is any...
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Chapter 45. Adding and Subtracting PolynomialsLet R be a commutative ring and R [ x ] the ring of polynomials in one indeterminate over R. Consider two polynomials P ( x ) and Q (
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Chapter 46. Polynomial DivisionLet P ( x ) and D ( x ) be polynomials in \mathbb{R} [ x ] with D ( x ) \neq 0.
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Chapter 47. The Synthetic Division MethodThe synthetic division (or Ruffini’s rule) is a method for dividing a polynomial by a binomial of the form ( x - a ).
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Chapter 48. Roots of a PolynomialLet p ( x ) be a polynomial with coefficients in a field \mathbb{F}, typically \mathbb{R} or \mathbb{C}. A root or zero of p is any element r \in \mathbb{F} such that
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Chapter 49. Binomial TheoremThe binomial theorem asserts that for any positive integer n, the expression ( a + b )^{n} can be expanded as a finite sum of n + 1 terms.
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Chapter 52. Notable ProductsNotable products are identities describing the expansion or factorisation of polynomials such as binomials or trinomials.
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Chapter 53. Partial Fraction DecompositionPartial fraction decomposition is a practical and widely used method for rewriting a rational function (a quotient of two polynomials) as a sum of simpler elementary fractions.
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Chapter 54. EquationsAn equation is a mathematical statement asserting that two expressions take the same value, typically written in the form F ( x ) = G ( x
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Chapter 56. Linear EquationsLinear equations describe the relationship between variables linearly. These equations are considered the simplest form of equations involving addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
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Chapter 59. Factoring Quadratic EquationsA quadratic equation is a type of polynomial expression that consists of one or more terms, where each term is a product of a constant coefficient, a variable raised to a power, and a possible...
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Chapter 60. Incomplete Quadratic EquationsA quadratic equation is considered incomplete if it lacks one of the terms from the standard form a x 2 + b x + c = 0, as long as the x^{2} term is present.
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Chapter 61. The Geometric Interpretation of Quadratic EquationsThe graphical representation of the related function y = a x^{2} + b x + c, associated with a quadratic equation a x^{2} + b x + c = 0, is a parabola.
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Chapter 62. Loss of RootsLoss of roots occurs when an algebraic manipulation eliminates one or more roots of an equation, yielding a result that is only a partial solution set.
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Chapter 65. Trinomial EquationsTrinomial equations are a specific type of polynomial equation that consist of three terms involving constants and powers of a variable.
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Chapter 66. Rational EquationsRational equations feature at least one fraction in which the numerator and denominator are polynomials.
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Chapter 67. Irrational EquationsIrrational equations, also known as radical equations, are equations in which the unknown variable x appears within a radical or is represented by a fractional exponent.
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Chapter 68. Absolute Value EquationsAbsolute value equations are a particular class of equations in which the variable x appears within an absolute value expression.
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Chapter 70. Logarithmic EquationsLogarithmic equations are equations in which the unknown appears inside a logarithm. To solve them, it is crucial to understand the properties of logarithms and how these can be applied to isolate...
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Chapter 71. Homogeneous Trigonometric EquationsHomogeneous trigonometric equations are equations in which all terms involve trigonometric functions, such as sine and cosine, raised to the same degree.
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Chapter 73. Equations with ParametersA parametric equation refers to a family of equations indexed by a real quantity that is allowed to vary freely.
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Chapter 74. Linear Equations with ParametersA first-degree linear equation involving parameters is an equation in which the unknown variable appears only to the first power, while some of the coefficients are represented by symbolic quantities...
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Chapter 75. Quadratic Equations with ParametersQuadratic equations are usually introduced in their classical form, where all coefficients are fixed real numbers.
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Chapter 76. Linear InequalitiesAn inequality is a mathematical statement involving algebraic expressions for which we seek the values of the variables that make the inequality true.
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Chapter 77. Quadratic InequalitiesA quadratic inequality or inequality of degree two is a second-degree polynomial inequality in one variable.
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Chapter 78. Sign Analysis in InequalitiesSign analysis of inequalities is a method for determining the intervals in which a given expression is positive, negative, or zero.
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Chapter 79. Rational InequalitiesA rational inequality is an inequality that involves at least one rational expression, that is, a ratio in which both the numerator and the denominator are polynomials.
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Chapter 80. Irrational InequalitiesAn irrational inequality is an inequality in which the unknown appears under a radical sign or is raised to a fractional exponent. More precisely, it is an inequality of the form F (
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Chapter 82. Logarithmic InequalitiesLogarithmic inequalities are inequalities that involve one or more logarithmic expressions, in which the unknown x appears either in the argument of the logarithm or, in some cases, in the base...
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Chapter 83. Trigonometric InequalitiesA trigonometric inequality is an inequality in which the unknown appears as the argument of one or more trigonometric functions.
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Chapter 84. Systems of InequalitiesA system of inequalities is a collection of two or more inequalities that involve one or several variables and are considered simultaneously.
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Chapter 85. LinesA line is a fundamental geometric object made up of infinitely many points aligned in a perfectly straight path. It has no thickness, no endpoints, and it extends endlessly in both directions.
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Chapter 87. Polar CoordinatesThe Cartesian coordinate system describes a point in the plane by projecting it onto two perpendicular axes. This representation privileges horizontal and vertical directions.
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Chapter 88. ParabolaWhen a plane intersects a cone, the shape formed at the intersection, when projected onto the plane, can be a circumference, a parabola, an ellipse, or a hyperbola.
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Chapter 90. EllipseWhen introducing the parabola, we saw that when a plane intersects a cone, the resulting shape, when projected onto the plane, can be a circumference, a parabola, an ellipse, or a hyperbola.
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Chapter 91. HyperbolaWhen introducing the parabola, we saw that when a plane intersects a cone, the resulting shape, when projected onto the plane, can be a circumference, a parabola, an ellipse, or a hyperbola.
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Chapter 92. Vectors and MatricesA vector is a quantity characterised by both a magnitude and a direction, in contrast to a scalar, which is described by magnitude alone.
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Chapter 93. Vectors and MatricesA matrix is a rectangular array of real numbers arranged in rows and columns. A matrix with m rows and n columns is said to have dimensions m \times n, and is called an m \times n matrix.
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Chapter 94. Vectors and MatricesTo every square matrix of order n one can associate a real number called the determinant of the matrix, denoted det ( A ) or | A |.
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Chapter 96. Vectors and MatricesThe rank of a matrix A, denoted r ( A ) or rank ( A ), is the maximum number of linearly independent rows (or equivalently, columns) of A.
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Chapter 97. Vectors and MatricesIn linear algebra, a linear combination is the fundamental operation that relates vectors to one another within a given collection.
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Chapter 98. Vectors and MatricesA linear transformation, represented by a square matrix A, acts on vectors by moving them in space. It can stretch, compress, rotate, or reflect them, and in general the image of a vector points in a...
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Chapter 99. Vectors and MatricesA square matrix is said to be diagonalizable when it is possible to find a basis of the underlying vector space consisting entirely of eigenvectors of that matrix.
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Chapter 100. Systems of Linear EquationsLinear systems model problems where multiple conditions must be satisfied at the same time. They form the basis of many solution methods in algebra and applied mathematics.
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Chapter 101. Cramer’s RuleCramer’s Rule provides a method for solving systems of n linear equations in n unknowns, by using the determinant of the system’s coefficient matrix.
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Chapter 102. Gaussian EliminationThe Gauss method, or Gaussian elimination, is a technique used to solve systems of n linear equations in n unknowns.
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Chapter 103. Principle of Mathematical InductionMathematical induction is a fundamental principle used to rigorously prove statements concerning natural numbers.
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Chapter 104. SequencesA sequence is an ordered collection of elements, each assigned to a specific position indexed by a natural number. Let us consider the set of real numbers \mathbb{R}.
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Chapter 105. Convergent and Divergent SequencesWe introduced sequences as an ordered collection of elements, each assigned to a specific position indexed by a natural number. To every sequence ( a{n}
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Chapter 107. Arithmetic SequenceA sequence a{n} is called an arithmetic sequence (or arithmetic progression) if it consists of numbers arranged in such a way that the difference between any term and the one before it is constant.
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Chapter 108. Geometric SequenceA sequence a{n} is called a geometric sequence (or geometric progression) if it consists of numbers arranged in such a way that the ratio between any term and the one before it is constant.
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Chapter 109. Cauchy SequenceA Cauchy sequence is a special type of sequence where, as you move further along, the terms get closer and closer to each other.
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Chapter 111. Sequences of FunctionsImagine you have a list of different functions, where each function in the list is linked to a number n = 1 , 2 , 3 \ldots \in \mathbb{N}.
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Chapter 112. SeriesThe concept of a series is closely tied to infinite sequences of real numbers, with the main goal of studying the behavior of their infinite sum.
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Chapter 113. Cauchy’s Convergence Criterion for SeriesCauchy’s criterion is a useful tool for proving that a series converges without needing to know its sum.
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Chapter 114.
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Chapter 117. Integral Test for Series ConvergenceDetermining the sum of an infinite series and assessing its convergence or divergence is not always straightforward.
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Chapter 118. Root Test for Series ConvergenceThe root test is a method used to determine whether an infinite series converges or diverges. It is particularly useful when each term of the series involves an expression raised to the n-th power,...
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Chapter 119. Leibniz’s CriterionLeibniz’s criterion is used to study the convergence of alternating series, those composed of an infinite sequence of positive and negative terms that alternate in sign.
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Chapter 120. Function Series
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Chapter 121. Power Series
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Chapter 122. Taylor SeriesThe idea behind a Taylor series is to replace a function with an infinite polynomial whose coefficients are entirely determined by the local behaviour of the function at a single point.
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Chapter 123. Fourier SeriesA Fourier series represents a periodic function as an infinite sum of sine and cosine functions. More precisely, it shows that periodic behavior can be decomposed into elementary harmonic...
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Chapter 124. FunctionsA function is a mathematical rule that connects two non-empty subsets of the real numbers, typically denoted as A \subseteq \mathbb{R} and B \subseteq \mathbb{R}.
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Chapter 125. Determining the Domain of a FunctionIn the introduction to functions, we discussed the idea of the domain of a function, that is, the set of input values for which an expression is mathematically meaningful.
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Chapter 126. Even and Odd FunctionsWhen analyzing the behavior of a function, it is useful to investigate whether the function exhibits symmetry with respect to the coordinate axes.
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Chapter 128. Convexity and Concavity of FunctionsThe study of a function’s behaviour involves not only determining where it increases or decreases, but also understanding how its graph bends within an interval.
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Chapter 129. Composite FunctionsWhen we talk about composite functions, we refer to the process of applying one function to the result of another. In other words, given two functions f ( x
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Chapter 131. Continuous FunctionsThe concept of continuity of a function is used to determine whether the function behaves predictably near a point, without jumps, holes, or abrupt changes. Formally, a function y = f (
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Chapter 132. Uniform ContinuityOrdinary continuity describes the local behaviour of a function, where small changes in the input near each point result in small changes in the output.
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Chapter 133. Discontinuities of Real FunctionsContinuity is a property of a function in which small variations in the input result in correspondingly small variations in the output within the neighbourhood of a given point.
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Chapter 134. Analyzing the Graphs of FunctionsAnalyzing the graph of a function y = f ( x ) allows us to analyze its behavior and key characteristics, providing valuable insights into its mathematical properties.
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Chapter 136. Rational FunctionsRational functions are functions in which both the numerator and the denominator are polynomials, typically of degrees n and m. They are usually written in the form
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Chapter 137. Logarithmic FunctionThe logarithmic function is the inverse of the exponential function. Therefore, its domain and range are inverted compared to the exponential function.
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Chapter 141. Sine FunctionThe sine function f ( x ) = sin ( x ) assigns to each angle x, expressed in radians, its corresponding sine value.
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Chapter 142. Cosine FunctionThe cosine function f ( x ) = cos ( x ) assigns to each angle x, expressed in radians, its corresponding cosine value.
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Chapter 143. Tangent FunctionThe tangent function f ( x ) = tan ( x ) assigns to each angle x, expressed in radians, its corresponding tangent value.
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Chapter 144. Cotangent FunctionThe cotangent function f ( x ) = cot ( x ) assigns to each angle x, expressed in radians, its corresponding cotangent value.
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Chapter 145. Secant FunctionThe secant function f ( x ) = sec ( x ) is defined as the reciprocal of the cosine function.
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Chapter 146. Cosecant FunctionThe cosecant function f ( x ) = csc ( x ) is defined as the reciprocal of the sine function.
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Chapter 148. Sigmoid FunctionThe sigmoid function is a real-valued function of a real variable that takes values strictly between 0 and 1, approaching each of the two extremes asymptotically.
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Chapter 149. LimitsThe concept of a limit is fundamental in mathematics. Intuitively, the limit of a function f ( x
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Chapter 150. Algebra of LimitsThe definition of a limit offers a framework for describing how a function f ( x ) approaches a specific value near a given point x{0}.
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Chapter 151. Squeeze TheoremThe Squeeze Theorem, also referred to as the Sandwich Theorem, provides a method for determining the limit of a function when direct evaluation is challenging or when the function displays complex...
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Chapter 152. Remarkable LimitsNotable limits play a central role in mathematical analysis. They are repeatedly used in calculations and help describe both the local behaviour of functions and their behaviour at infinity.
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Chapter 153. AsymptotesAsymptotes are a fundamental concept in mathematical analysis. They are lines that a function approaches indefinitely without ever reaching, which helps to characterise the function’s behaviour,...
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Chapter 155. Little-o NotationThe symbol o ( x ), referred to as little-o of x, belongs to the Landau symbol family, which is used to characterise asymptotic relationships between functions.
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Chapter 156. Big O NotationThe symbol O ( x ), commonly known as big O of x, is part of the Landau symbol family.
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Chapter 157. Difference QuotientConsider a function y = f ( x ) defined on the interval [ a , b ]
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Chapter 158. DerivativesConsider a function y = f ( x ) defined on an interval [ a , b ]. The derivative of f at a point c \in ( a , b
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Chapter 159. Derivative of a Composite FunctionLet g be differentiable at x, and let f be differentiable at z = g ( x ). Then the composite function y = f ( g ( x )
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Chapter 160. Non-Differentiable PointsIn the entry on derivatives, we saw that if a function f ( x ) is differentiable at a point c, then the function is continuous at that point.
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Chapter 161. Differential of a FunctionConsider f ( x ) a differentiable function on the interval [ a , b ]. Since the function is differentiable, it is also continuous on the given interval.
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Chapter 162. Derivative of Composite Power FunctionsWe have previously introduced how to calculate the derivative of a function at a point using the definition of the difference quotient.
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Chapter 163. Maximum, Minimum, and Inflection PointsThe maximum and minimum of a function f ( x ) represent, respectively, the highest and lowest values that the function can attain within its domain.
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Chapter 164. Partial DerivativesPartial derivatives generalise the concept of the derivative to functions of several real variables. For a function of a single variable, the derivative quantifies the rate of change of the function...
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Chapter 166. Fermat’s TheoremFermat’s Theorem states that any relative maximum or minimum of a differentiable function within its domain must occur at a stationary point, that is, a point where the first derivative is equal to...
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Chapter 168. Lagrange’s TheoremThe Lagrange’s theorem, also known as the mean value theorem, states the following. Consider a function f ( x ), continuous in the closed and bounded interval [
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Chapter 169. Cauchy’s TheoremCauchy’s Theorem establishes a relationship between the changes of two functions over a given interval. Specifically, if f ( x ) and g ( x
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Chapter 170. L’Hôpital’s RuleL’Hôpital’s rule is a method for evaluating certain limits that result in indeterminate forms. The theorem establishes a criterion for resolving the indeterminate form of the limit of one or more...
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Chapter 171. Indefinite IntegralsDifferentiation assigns to each function a unique derivative by definition. The inverse process seeks to determine whether, for a given function f ( x
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Chapter 172. Definite IntegralsTo introduce the concept of the definite integral, consider a function f ( x ) defined on a closed interval [ a , b ].
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Chapter 173. Fundamental Theorem of CalculusThe Fundamental Theorem of Calculus establishes the exact relationship between differentiation and integration. These two operations arise from different initial motivations.
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Chapter 174. Integration by SubstitutionIntegration by substitution is a technique used to simplify an integral by introducing a suitable substitution.
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Chapter 176. Finding Areas by IntegrationBuilding on the concept of definite integrals, which measure the area between a curve and the x-axis, we can extend the same idea to find the area enclosed between two curves. Let f (
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Chapter 177. Integral of the Exponential FunctionAn exponential function is a function of the form e^{x} or \alpha^{x} (with \alpha > 0 and \alpha \neq 1).
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Chapter 178. Integral of Trigonometric FunctionsIn the section on functions, you’ll find the integrals of the main trigonometric functions (for example sine, cosine, tangent, cotangent, and the others.
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Chapter 180. Trigonometric Substitution for IntegralsTrigonometric substitution is a method for evaluating integrals that contain square roots of quadratic expressions.
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Chapter 181. Improper IntegralsImproper integrals are integrals in which either the interval of integration is unbounded, or the integrand becomes unbounded at one or more points, or both.
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Chapter 182. Riemann Integrability CriteriaThe Riemann integral is built to measure the net area under a bounded function on a closed interval by approximating it with rectangles.
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Chapter 184. Probability and StatisticsThe mean is among the most fundamental tools in statistics for describing the central behavior of a data distribution.
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Chapter 185. Probability and StatisticsThe arithmetic mean is the most common and intuitive form of average. As a special case within the broader family of power means it expresses the representative value of a data set by dividing the...
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Chapter 186. Probability and StatisticsThe geometric mean belongs to the family of power means. Unlike the simple arithmetic mean, it is based on the product of the elements rather than their sum, making it especially useful for measuring...
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Chapter 187. Probability and StatisticsThe harmonic mean belongs to the broader family of power means and plays a distinctive role whenever the data being analyzed combine reciprocally rather than additively.
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Chapter 188. Root Mean SquareThe quadratic mean, also called the root mean square, belongs to the general family of power means. It is obtained by taking the square root of the arithmetic mean of the squared values in a dataset.
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Chapter 189. Median and QuantilesThe median is a key measure of central tendency used to describe the typical value within a dataset. While the mean expresses the numerical balance of all values, the median focuses instead on...
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Chapter 190. VarianceOne of the key principles in statistics is that the mean alone cannot fully describe a dataset. What truly matters is understanding how the individual observations are spread around the mean, that...
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Chapter 191. Discrete Random VariablesA discrete random variable is a function that assigns a real number to each element of a discrete sample space.
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Chapter 192. Continuous Random VariablesA continuous random variable is a function that assigns a real number to each element of a continuous sample space.
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Chapter 193. Mean or Expected Value of a Random VariableThe mean represents a fundamental statistical measure that characterizes the central tendency of a dataset.
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Chapter 194. Variance and Covariance of a Random VariableIn descriptive statistics, the variance expresses how much a set of values differs, on average, from its mean.
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Chapter 196. Binomial DistributionThe binomial distribution is a discrete probability distribution that models the number of successes in a sequence of independent experiments, each one following a Bernoulli distribution with the...
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Chapter 197. Hypergeometric DistributionThe hypergeometric distribution is a discrete probability distribution that describes the number of successes drawn from a finite population without replacement.
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Chapter 198. Geometric DistributionThe geometric distribution describes the number of independent trials required to observe the first success in a repeated experiment.
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Chapter 199. Poisson DistributionThe Poisson distribution is a discrete probability distribution that describes how many times a specific event may occur within a fixed period of time or space.
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Chapter 200. Uniform DistributionThe uniform distribution is one of the simplest continuous distributions to describe. It models a random variable that can take any value within a specified interval, assigning the same probability...
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Chapter 201. Beta DistributionThe beta distribution is a continuous probability distribution defined over the open interval ( 0 , 1 ).
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Chapter 202. Normal DistributionThe normal distribution, also known as the Gaussian distribution, is one of the most important continuous probability distributions in both probability and statistics.
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Chapter 203. Standard Normal Z TableA generic normal distribution \mathcal{N} ( x ; \mu , \sigma ) can always be transformed into its standardized form N ( x ; 0 , 1
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Chapter 204. Gamma DistributionThe gamma distribution is a continuous probability distribution defined on the positive half-line. It is used to model waiting times, event durations, and phenomena where independent contributions...
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Chapter 205. Chi-square DistributionThe chi-square distribution is a continuous probability distribution that arises from analyzing how the sum of squared observations behaves when those observations follow a standard normal...
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Chapter 206. Student’s t DistributionIn statistical inference, when the goal is to draw conclusions about the mean of a normally distributed population but the variance is unknown and must be estimated from the sample, the standard...
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Chapter 207. Exponential DistributionThe exponential distribution characterizes the time elapsed between random, independent events occurring at a constant average rate.
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Chapter 208. Sampling DistributionsA sampling distribution represents the distribution of a statistic obtained from all possible samples of a given size drawn from a population.
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Chapter 209. Bayes’ TheoremBayes’ Theorem is a fundamental result in probability theory that describes how to compute the conditional probability of a hypothesis given observed evidence.
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Chapter 210. Confidence IntervalsWhen we rely on a sample to learn something about an unknown population parameter, say the mean \mu, a natural first step is to use a point estimator.
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Chapter 214. Cosine SimilarityWhen working with large collections of text, it becomes necessary to have tools that allow a computer to evaluate how similar two documents are to each other.
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Chapter 215. Propositional LogicPropositional logic studies the inferential relationships among sentences, focusing on a class of logical operators known as propositional connectives.
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Chapter 216. The Backpropagation AlgorithmTraining a neural network means finding the values of the parameters, typically weight matrices, that minimize a loss function with respect to the training data.
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