John Rhodes, Math Teacher at Senioritis.io

John Rhodes
June 21, 2023
Math Foundations

Unlocking the Practical Applications of the Pythagorean Theorem in Mathematics and Beyond

Pythagorean Theorem x^2 + y^2 = z^2 The Pythagorean Theorem is a fundamental theorem in mathematics that relates to the three sides of a right-angled triangle. It...

John Rhodes
June 21, 2023
Calculus

Maximizing Success: Understanding Extrema and Optimization Techniques in Calculus

Extrema or extreme values The maximum and minimum values of a function Extrema or extreme values refer to the highest and lowest points of a function or...

John Rhodes
June 21, 2023
Calculus

Discovering Endpoint Extrema: A Guide to Understanding the Significance of Minimum and Maximum Values in Real-World Applications

Endpoint extrema extrema that occur at the endpoints Endpoint extrema refers to the minimum or maximum values of a function at the endpoints of an interval. These...

John Rhodes
June 21, 2023
Calculus

The Extreme Value Theorem: Finding Optimal Solutions in Calculus and Mathematical Modeling.

Extreme Value Theorem if a function is continuous on a closed interval [a,b], then the function must have a maximum and a minimum on the interval. Used...

John Rhodes
June 21, 2023
Calculus

How to Find the Absolute Maximum of a Function – A Guide for Math Enthusiasts

Absolute or Global maximum the largest overall value of a function The absolute or global maximum of a function refers to the largest value of the function...

John Rhodes
June 21, 2023
Calculus

How to Find Absolute Minimum in Math: Understanding the Concept and Calculus-Based Techniques

Absolute or Global minimum the smallest overall value of a function Absolute or global minimum refers to the lowest possible value in a given set of data...

John Rhodes
June 21, 2023
Calculus

Mastering the search for relative extrema: A guide to finding maximum and minimum points within a specified interval

Relative extrema Either a relative minimum or relative maximum Relative extrema can be defined as the maximum and minimum points of a function within a specific interval....

John Rhodes
June 21, 2023
Calculus

Identifying Relative or Local Maximums of Functions: A Guide to Finding Critical Points and Analyzing Function Behavior

Relative or Local maximum at which it changes from increasing to decreasing A relative or local maximum refers to a point on a graph of a function...