What is Calculus in Math? Simple Explanation with Examples

The video introduces calculus using a snail analogy, explaining differential and integral calculus with car speed and distance analogies. It covers the history and controversy of calculus, highlighting contributions from Newton and Leibnitz. The video also discusses calculus applications in medicine, economics, and engineering, emphasizing its importance in various fields.

What does differential calculus primarily focus on?

• The rate of change of things

• The accumulation of quantities

• The history of calculus

• The total size of an object

Who were the two mathematicians credited with the discovery of calculus in the 17th century?

• Archimedes and Aryabhata

• Galileo Galilei and Johannes Kepler

• Pythagoras and Euclid

• Isaac Newton and Gottfried Leibnitz

Which ancient civilizations contributed to the early development of calculus?

• Maya and Aztec

• China and Japan

• India, Greece, Egypt, and some Middle Eastern countries

• Rome and Persia

How is calculus used in the medical field?

• To design medical equipment

• To diagnose and treat medical conditions

• To train medical professionals

• To create new medicines

In which field is calculus used to set payment structures?

• Business and economics

• Civil engineering

• Astronomy

• Medical sciences