Higher Mathematics

Description

The complete textbook for the SQA Higher Maths course, updated in accordance with latest syllabus guidelines. - Arranged by topic, but with complete flexibility to teach in preferred order - Unique 'hinge-point' questions to test readiness to progress further in each topic - or go back and revise - Written by three outstanding and experienced teachers, examiners and authors Cover Book title Copyright Contents Introduction/Preface Algebraic Skills 1 The Straight Line 2 Sequences and Recurrence Relations 3 Polynomial Expressions and Equations 4 Circles 5 Logarithmic and Exponential Expressions Trigonometric Skills 6 Trigonometry – Bridging the Gap 7 Trigonometry – Compound and Multiple Angles 8 Trigonometric Equations 1 9 The Wave Function 10 Trigonometric Equations 2 Algebraic & Trigonometric Skills 11 Functions Geometric Skills 12 Vectors Calculus Skills 13 Differentiating Functions 14 Using Differentiation to Investigate the Nature and Properties of Functions 15 Integrating Functions 16 Using Integration to Calculate Definite Integrals 17 Applying Differential Calculus 18 Applying Integral Calculus Answers Appendices Index A B C D E F G I L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Z