author: christine pasetes

christine pasetes
  • is the derivative of a function the tangent line?

    the tangent line for a function can be found by computing the derivative. but the tangent line is not the same thing as the derivative.

  • 5 simple tips to help high school juniors prep for the college essay

    at its core, the college application essay is all about reflection. it’s as much a thinking task as a writing task.   at wow, we have many tools to help any college-bound student reflect to get ready for the essay. this time of year, we suggest that high school juniors (sophomores and freshmen can do…

  • calculus review: derivative rules

    calculus review: derivative rules

    knowing your derivative rules is imperative for the ap calculus exam. click here for a list of the common rules, common derivatives, and examples