Student Solution Manual for Foundation Mathematics for the Physical Sciences

This Student Solution Manual provides complete solutions to all the odd-numbered problems in Foundation Mathematics for the Physical Sciences.

K. F. Riley (Author), M. P. Hobson (Author)

9780521141048, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 28 March 2011

222 pages, 15 b/w illus.
24.6 x 19 x 1.1 cm, 0.49 kg

This Student Solution Manual provides complete solutions to all the odd-numbered problems in Foundation Mathematics for the Physical Sciences. It takes students through each problem step-by-step, so they can clearly see how the solution is reached, and understand any mistakes in their own working. Students will learn by example how to arrive at the correct answer and improve their problem-solving skills.

1. Arithmetic and geometry
2. Preliminary algebra
3. Differential calculus
4. Integral calculus
5. Complex numbers and hyperbolic functions
6. Series and limits
7. Partial differentiation
8. Multiple integrals
9. Vector algebra
10. Matrices and vector spaces
11. Vector calculus
12. Line, surface and volume integrals
13. Laplace transforms
14. Ordinary differential equations
15. Elementary probability
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Subject Areas: Computer programming / software development [UM], Mathematical physics [PHU], Mathematical foundations [PBC]