| Introductory and Intermediate Algebra Through Applications Contributor(s): Akst, Geoffrey (Author), Bragg, Sadie (Author) |
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ISBN: 0321852842 ISBN-13: 9780321852847 Publisher: Pearson OUR PRICE: $189.99 Product Type: Loose Leaf - Other Formats Published: December 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Mathematics | Algebra - General |
| Series: Books a la Carte |
| Physical Information: 1.3" H x 8.8" W x 10.8" (4.35 lbs) 1104 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 This edition features the exact same content as the traditional text in a convenient, three-hole- punched, loose-leaf version. Books a la Carte also offer a great value--this format costs significantly less than a new textbook. Normal 0 false false false The Akst/Bragg series' success is built around clear and concise writing, a side-by-side "teach by example" approach, and integrated applications throughout that help students achieve a conceptual understanding. The user-friendly design offers a distinctive side-by-side format that pairs examples and their solutions with corresponding practice exercises. Students understand from the very beginning that doing math is an essential part of learning it. Motivational, real-world applications demonstrate how integral mathematical understanding is to a variety of disciplines, careers, and everyday situations. KEY TOPICS: Prealgebra Review; Introduction to Real Numbers and Algebraic Expression; Solving Linear Equations and Inequalities; Graphing Linear Equations and Inequalities in Two Variables; Solving Systems of Linear Equations; Exponents and Polynomials; Factoring Polynomials; Rational Expressions and Equations; Functions; Radical Expressions, Functions, and Equations; Quadratic Equations, Functions, and Inequalities; Exponential and Logarithmic Functions; Conic Sections; Appendices: Table of Symbols; Introduction to Graphing Calculators; Review of Introductory Algebra; Basic Geometry (Online-only); Solving Compound Inequalities; Solving Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities; Systems of Linear Equations in Three Variables; Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Using Matrices; Determinants and Cramer's Rule; Synthetic Division MARKET: For all readers interested in Introductory and Intermediate Algebra. |