What This Document Is
This is a digitized record of a past exam for MATH 132 Calculus II, administered at Washington University in St. Louis during the Fall 2014 semester. It represents a comprehensive assessment of student understanding of key concepts covered within the course at that time. The document includes a mix of question types designed to evaluate both computational skills and conceptual grasp of calculus topics.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is invaluable for students currently enrolled in Calculus II (or a similar course at another institution) who are seeking to prepare for their own exams. Reviewing past exams provides insight into the typical format, difficulty level, and scope of questions asked by instructors. It’s particularly useful for self-assessment, identifying areas of strength and weakness, and practicing time management under exam conditions. Students who utilize this exam as part of their study routine can build confidence and improve their overall performance. It’s best used *after* initial study of course material, as a way to test and solidify understanding.
Common Limitations or Challenges
While this exam offers a valuable glimpse into the course expectations, it’s important to remember that exam content can vary from semester to semester. This specific exam reflects the topics emphasized in Fall 2014 and may not perfectly align with the current curriculum. Furthermore, this document *only* contains the exam questions themselves; detailed solutions or explanations are not included. Access to those would require a separate purchase.
What This Document Provides
* A complete set of multiple-choice questions covering a range of Calculus II topics.
* Two longer-form, hand-graded problems requiring more detailed solutions.
* Questions assessing understanding of sequences and series.
* Problems related to convergence and divergence tests for infinite series.
* Questions involving applications of integral tests and remainder estimates.
* Problems focused on power series and Taylor polynomials.
* A formula sheet provided to students during the original exam.
* Questions testing knowledge of techniques for evaluating integrals.
