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Table of contents
- 0. Functions7h 52m
- Introduction to Functions16m
- Piecewise Functions10m
- Properties of Functions9m
- Common Functions1h 8m
- Transformations5m
- Combining Functions27m
- Exponent rules32m
- Exponential Functions28m
- Logarithmic Functions24m
- Properties of Logarithms34m
- Exponential & Logarithmic Equations35m
- Introduction to Trigonometric Functions38m
- Graphs of Trigonometric Functions44m
- Trigonometric Identities47m
- Inverse Trigonometric Functions48m
- 1. Limits and Continuity2h 2m
- 2. Intro to Derivatives1h 33m
- 3. Techniques of Differentiation3h 18m
- 4. Applications of Derivatives2h 38m
- 5. Graphical Applications of Derivatives6h 2m
- 6. Derivatives of Inverse, Exponential, & Logarithmic Functions2h 37m
- 7. Antiderivatives & Indefinite Integrals1h 26m
- 8. Definite Integrals4h 44m
- 9. Graphical Applications of Integrals2h 27m
- 10. Physics Applications of Integrals 3h 16m
- 11. Integrals of Inverse, Exponential, & Logarithmic Functions2h 34m
- 12. Techniques of Integration7h 39m
- 13. Intro to Differential Equations2h 55m
- 14. Sequences & Series5h 36m
- 15. Power Series2h 19m
- 16. Parametric Equations & Polar Coordinates7h 58m
1. Limits and Continuity
Introduction to Limits
Problem 3
Textbook Question
The function s(t) represents the position of an object at time t moving along a line. Suppose s(2)=136 and s(3)=156 . Find the average velocity of the object over the interval of time [2,3] .

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Identify the formula for average velocity over a time interval [a, b], which is given by the change in position divided by the change in time: \( v_{avg} = \frac{s(b) - s(a)}{b - a} \).
Substitute the given values into the formula. Here, \( a = 2 \) and \( b = 3 \), so the formula becomes \( v_{avg} = \frac{s(3) - s(2)}{3 - 2} \).
Use the provided position values: \( s(2) = 136 \) and \( s(3) = 156 \).
Substitute these values into the equation: \( v_{avg} = \frac{156 - 136}{3 - 2} \).
Simplify the expression to find the average velocity: \( v_{avg} = \frac{20}{1} \).

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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Position Function
The position function, denoted as s(t), describes the location of an object along a line at a specific time t. It provides a mathematical representation of the object's movement, allowing us to analyze its behavior over time. Understanding this function is crucial for determining other properties, such as velocity and acceleration.
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Average Velocity
Average velocity is defined as the change in position divided by the change in time over a specific interval. Mathematically, it is calculated using the formula (s(b) - s(a)) / (b - a), where [a, b] is the time interval. This concept is essential for understanding how fast an object is moving on average during that time period.
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Interval Notation
Interval notation is a mathematical way to represent a range of values, often used to specify the domain of a function or the limits of integration. In this context, the interval [2, 3] indicates that we are considering the time from t = 2 to t = 3, inclusive. Recognizing how to interpret and use interval notation is important for solving problems related to motion and calculus.
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