What This Document Is
This is a past exam from Math 128, Calculus II, at Washington University in St. Louis, administered on September 25, 2006. It’s a comprehensive assessment designed to evaluate a student’s understanding of core calculus concepts covered in the initial stages of the course. The exam tests both computational skills and conceptual understanding through a variety of question types.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is invaluable for students currently enrolled in Calculus II, or those preparing to take the course. It provides a realistic glimpse into the format, style, and difficulty level of exams used by the instructor. Working through practice problems – even without the solutions – can help identify knowledge gaps and build confidence. It’s particularly useful for focused study sessions and self-assessment leading up to an exam. Students who want to understand the *types* of problems they may encounter will find this especially helpful.
Common Limitations or Challenges
Please note that this is a past exam and may not perfectly reflect the exact content or weighting of topics on current assessments. The specific problems presented here are not necessarily representative of *all* possible exam questions. This document does not include detailed explanations or worked-out solutions; it is intended as a practice tool, not a substitute for understanding the underlying concepts. Access to the full document is required to view the complete questions and assess your understanding.
What This Document Provides
* A mix of multiple-choice and written-response problems.
* Questions covering topics such as optimization, iterated integrals, and partial derivatives.
* Problems relating calculus concepts to real-world applications, like modeling financial growth.
* An opportunity to practice applying calculus techniques under timed conditions.
* Insight into the expected level of mathematical rigor and problem-solving skills.
