Curated OER
Taylor Polynomials, Minima, Maxima and Inflection Points
In this Taylor polynomial worksheet, learners answer 3 problems regarding quadratic polynomials, 2nd degree Taylor polynomials, and cubic polynomials.
Curated OER
Applications of Derivatives: Finding Maxima and Minima
In this derivative worksheet, students use the second derivative test to determine the maxima and minima of given functions. They explore real life problems to complete the optimization of a problem. This two-page worksheet contains...
Mathematics Archives
Math Archives: Visual Calculus: Maxima and Minima
Very good site explaining the maxima and minima. The site has examples and definitions along with links to help the student through the process.
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Maxima and Minima
Students learn about applications of derivatives. Topics include maxima and minima. The tutorial explores the calculus concepts through notes and examples. A chapter quiz, review exercises, and chapter summary are included.
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Applications of Maxima and Minima
Students learn how to apply maxima and minima in real world problems. Topics include optimization problems, objective functions, and constraints. The tutorial explores the calculus concepts through notes and examples. A chapter quiz,...
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Minimum
This site from Mathworld.com defines the minimum of a function and set.
Other
Union College: Glossary/maxima, Minima, and Saddles
This site from the Union College Math Department has definitions of the various types of extrema found in calculus. Includes definitions to maxima, minima and saddles.
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: More on Curve Sketching
Examples are presented to demonstrate the steps for sketching curves that are not polynomials. Using x- and y-intercepts, limits, domain and range, maxima and minima, second derivatives and general behavior the graphs are constructed...
Department of Defense
Do Dea: Optimization the Basics
In this lesson, you learn how to apply the concepts of maxima and minima to any formula that is generated by business, economics, physics, etc. It is one of the most important applications of derivatives and will show up on your AP...
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Curve Sketching
Sketches of functions are drawn by determing important points: x- and y-intercepts, local maxima and minima, and point of inflection. The general shapes of specific functions are illustrated to help identify characteristics of each type...