Both textbooks are highly regarded in their respective fields, offering clear explanations, comprehensive examples, and valuable online resources. The choice between them depends on the subject matter and the specific needs of the student or course. Calculus: Early Transcendentals is tailored for introductory calculus courses, while Campbell Biology serves a broader audience in the field of biology.
| Attribute | Calculus: Early Transcendentals, 10th Edition (Anton, Bivens, Davis) | Campbell Biology, 13th Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Calculus: Early Transcendentals, 10th Edition (Anton, Bivens, Davis) | Campbell Biology, 13th Edition |
| Authors | Howard Anton, Irl C. Bivens, Stephen Davis | Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, and Jane B. Reece. Founding author: Neil Campbell. |
| Clarity of explanations | Clear and accessible. Anton's writing is known for its clarity of exposition. | Clear and easy-to-understand explanations |
| Accuracy of content | Emphasizes sound mathematics. | High accuracy of content |
| Quality of examples | Excellent exercises and examples. Examples range from straightforward to challenging. | Relevant and helpful examples with detailed explanations |
| Availability of solutions | Solutions are available in a separate solutions manual. Solutions for specific problems can be found online. | Solutions available in the "Test Bank & Solutions Guide" |
| Usefulness of exercises | Includes a wide range of problems, from basic to challenging, designed to deepen understanding and provide practice. Incorporates more skill and drill problems. | Exercises effectively reinforce concepts |
| Visual aids and illustrations | Emphasizes visualization, using graphs and diagrams to illustrate theoretical concepts. | Highly effective visual aids and illustrations |
| Organization and structure | Logical and well-organized structure. Chapters build upon each other. | Well-organized and easy to navigate |
| Relevance to curriculum | Widely used textbook for introductory calculus courses. Focuses on early transcendentals, introducing transcendental functions early. | Aligns well with curriculum requirements. Suitable for first-year university students, postgraduate medical examinations, and some high school students. |
| Durability of binding | Available in both hardcover and softcover. Some international editions are printed in black and white on low-quality paper. | Available in hardcover and paperback. |
| Edition differences (vs. previous) | The 10th edition continues to evolve, providing flexible solutions for teaching and learning. Excels in increasing student comprehension and conceptual understanding. Retains the strengths of earlier editions while incorporating more skill and drill problems. | Not available |
| Online resources and supplements | WileyPLUS is a research-based online environment that is integrated with the textbook. | Includes online resources and supplements like Mastering Biology with Pearson eText. |
| Author reputation | Howard Anton was a renowned professor and author known for making calculus accessible. Irl C. Bivens contributed to many calculus textbooks, focusing on applications. Stephen Davis has co-authored many mathematics textbooks. | Credible and respected authors |
| Price | Not available | Not available |
| Ratings | Not available | Not available |
| Cons | Some international editions are printed in black and white on low-quality paper | None |