Harvey Mudd College
Harvey Mudd College: First Derivative Maxima and Minima
Shows how to find absolute extrema using the first derivative test.
Mathematics Archives
Math Archives: Visual Calculus: Drill First Derivative Test
A good worksheet for students to practice their first derivative skills. Allows you to check your answers by clicking the "solution" box.
Texas A&M University
Texas A&m University: Mean Value Theorem
Excellent site from the Texas A&M University on The Mean Value Theorem with information on how it relates to the extreme value theorem
Oregon State University
Oregon State University: The Extreme Value Theorem
Good site that uses examples to explain the extreme value theorem. The site has some interactive parts as well.
Cut the Knot
Cut the Knot!: Note on the Extreme Value Theorem
This is a very good site defining the extreme value theorem and related theorems. The site has numerous links to topics related to the extreme value theorem
Paul Dawkins
Paul's Online Notes: Calculus I: Proof of Various Integral Properties
The tutorial examines proofs of several properties of integrals. Topics discussed are the fundamental theorem of calculus, extreme value theorem, work, and mean value theorem. Class notes, proofs, and examples with detailed solutions are...
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Extremum Test
With this site one may understand how to test a point in a function for a relative minimum, maximum, saddle point, or none of these, by taking derivatives of the function. Explains and performs what is known as the "Extremum Test."
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Extreme Value Theorem
The extreme value theorem is summarized at this site from Mathworld.com with links to relative topics.
Math Open Reference
Math Open Reference: Extreme Value Theorem
Learn about the extreme value theorem with this useful reference guide. Provides a detailed definition and image that enhances further explanation. Includes links to related topics.