25EN1201 Dayananda Sagar University • Computer Science & Engineering (Semester 2)

Single and Multivariate Calculus

💡 DSU Exam Strategy & Guidance

Focus on 5 Core Modules: (1) Multivariable Limits, Continuity tests at origin (e.g. (x^4 - y^2)/(x^4 + y^2)), Total derivative chain rule dw/dt; (2) Absolute extrema on bounded regions and Lagrange Multipliers constrained optimization; (3) Double and Triple Integrals (Cartesian, Polar, and Cylindrical coordinates); (4) Vector Calculus (Green’s Theorem, Conservative vector fields with scalar potential, Gauss Divergence Theorem); (5) Infinite Series convergence tests (D’Alembert’s Ratio Test, Cauchy’s Root Test, Alternating Series, Power Series Interval of Convergence, Maclaurin Series).

High-Yield Passing Strategy: Lagrange Multipliers optimization, Gauss Divergence Theorem cylinder flux, and D’Alembert Ratio Test are guaranteed 16-mark end-sem questions.
Most Repeated Question Topics:
Multivariable Continuity Test at OriginTotal Derivative Chain Rule (dw/dt)Lagrange Multipliers Constrained OptimizationDouble & Triple Integrals (Polar & Cylindrical)Green’s Theorem on Bounded CurvesConservative Vector Field & Scalar PotentialGauss Divergence Theorem Surface FluxD’Alembert’s Ratio Test & Cauchy’s Root TestPower Series Interval of Convergence

🔥 Most Predictable Exam Questions (4)

Guaranteed Every Year 8 Marks Module 2: Multivariable Optimization

Q1. Find the maximum and minimum values of the function f(x, y) = 2x + y subject to the constraint x^2 + y^2 = 5 using the method of Lagrange Multipliers.

Key Points: Set grad(f) = lambda * grad(g). Grad f = (2, 1), grad g = (2x, 2y). So 2 = 2*lambda*x => x = 1/lambda; 1 = 2*lambda*y => y = 1/(2*lambda). Plug into constraint (1/lambda^2) + (1/4*lambda^2) = 5 => lambda = +-1/2. Points are (2, 1) [Max = 5] and (-2, -1) [Min = -5].

95% Probability 8 Marks Module 4: Vector Integral Calculus

Q2. Verify Green’s Theorem in the plane for the vector field F = (xy + y^2) i + x^2 j around the closed curve bounded by y = x and y = x^2.

Key Points: Left side: Evaluate line integral along C1 (y=x^2 from 0 to 1) and C2 (y=x from 1 to 0). Right side: Double integral of (dQ/dx - dP/dy) = (2x - (x + 2y)) dx dy = (x - 2y) dx dy over region 0 <= x <= 1, x^2 <= y <= x. Both evaluate to -1/20.

90% Probability 8 Marks Module 4: Vector Integral Calculus

Q3. Apply Gauss Divergence Theorem to compute the flux of F = 4xz i - y^2 j + yz k across the surface bounded by the cylinder x^2 + y^2 = 4 and planes z = 0, z = 3.

Key Points: Compute div F = d(4xz)/dx + d(-y^2)/dy + d(yz)/dz = 4z - 2y + y = 4z - y. Use cylindrical coordinates: x = r cos theta, y = r sin theta, z = z. Integral from theta=0 to 2pi, r=0 to 2, z=0 to 3 of (4z - r sin theta) r dz dr d theta = 72 pi.

90% Probability 6 Marks Module 5: Infinite Series

Q4. Test the convergence of the infinite series sum from n=1 to inf of [(n!)^2 / (2n)!] * x^n (x > 0) using D’Alembert’s Ratio Test.

Key Points: Find limit |a_(n+1) / a_n| = limit (n+1)^2 / ((2n+2)(2n+1)) * x = (1/4) * x. By ratio test, series converges for x < 4, diverges for x > 4, test fails for x = 4 (apply Raabe’s test).

🎓 Open Source Courses & Video Playlists (4)

MIT OpenCourseWare

MIT 18.02: Multivariable Calculus (Prof. Denis Auroux)

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YouTube (3Blue1Brown)

3Blue1Brown: Essence of Calculus

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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Multivariable Vector Calculus

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IIT Kharagpur / NPTEL

NPTEL: Advanced Engineering Mathematics

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📄 Previous Year Question Papers (2)

END_SEM • 2026 ⏱️ 2h 30m 🎯 80 Marks

End Semester Exam May 2026 (Max Marks: 80, Duration: 2h 30m)

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MID1 • 2026 ⏱️ 75 Mins 🎯 40 Marks

Mid Semester Exam (CIA-1) March 2026 (Max Marks: 40, Duration: 75m)

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