Intermediate Algebra
2nd Edition
Published on 28. March 2006
Book
Hardback
960 pages
978-0-321-35835-6 (ISBN)
Description
This student-focused text addresses individual learning styles through the use of a complete study system that starts with a learning styles inventory and presents targeted learning strategies designed to guide students toward success in this and future college-level courses.
Students who approach math with trepidation will find that Intermediate Algebra, Second Edition, builds competence and confidence. The study system, introduced at the outset and used consistently throughout the text, transforms the student experience by applying time-tested strategies to the study of mathematics. Learning strategies dovetail nicely into the overall system and build on individual learning styles by addressing students' unique strengths. The authors talk to students in their own language and walk them through the concepts, showing students both how to do the math and the reasoning behind it. Tying it all together, the use of the Algebra Pyramid as an overarching theme relates specific chapter topics to the `big picture' of algebra.
Students who approach math with trepidation will find that Intermediate Algebra, Second Edition, builds competence and confidence. The study system, introduced at the outset and used consistently throughout the text, transforms the student experience by applying time-tested strategies to the study of mathematics. Learning strategies dovetail nicely into the overall system and build on individual learning styles by addressing students' unique strengths. The authors talk to students in their own language and walk them through the concepts, showing students both how to do the math and the reasoning behind it. Tying it all together, the use of the Algebra Pyramid as an overarching theme relates specific chapter topics to the `big picture' of algebra.
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Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 254 mm
Width: 216 mm
Weight
1982 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-321-35835-6 (9780321358356)
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Content
Chapter 1 Real Numbers and Expressions
1.1 Sets and the Structure of Algebra
1.2 Operations with Real Numbers; Properties of Real Numbers
1.3 Exponents, Roots, and Order of Operations
1.4 Evaluating and Rewriting Expressions
Chapter 2 Linear Equations and Inequalities in One Variable
2.1 Linear Equations and Formulas
2.2 Solving Problems
2.3 Solving Linear Inequalities
2.4 Compound Inequalities
2.5 Equations Involving Absolute Value
2.6 Inequalities Involving Absolute Value
Chapter 3 Equations and Inequalities in Two Variables and Functions
3.1 Graphing Linear Equations
3.2 The Slope of a Line
3.3 The Equation of a Line
3.4 Graphing Linear Inequalities
3.5 Introduction to Functions and Function
Notation
Chapter 4 Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities
4.1 Solving Systems of Linear Equations in
Two Variables
4.2 Solving Systems of Linear Equations in
Three Variables
4.3 Solving Applications Using Systems of
Equations
4.4 Solving Systems of Linear Equations
Using Matrices
4.5 Cramer's Rule
4.6 Solving Systems of Linear Inequalities
Chapter 5 Polynomials
5.1 Exponents and Scientific Notation
5.2 Polynomials and Polynomial Functions
5.3 Multiplying Polynomials
5.4 Dividing Polynomials
5.5 Synthetic Division and the Remainder
Theorem
Chapter 6 Factoring
6.1 Greatest Common Factor and Factoring by
Grouping
6.2 Factoring Trinomials
6.3 Factoring Special Products and Factoring
Strategies
6.4 Solving Equations by Factoring
Chapter 7 Rational Expressions and Equations
7.1 Simplifying, Multiplying, and Dividing
Rational Expressions
7.2 Adding and Subtracting Rational
Expressions
7.3 Simplifying Complex Rational
Expressions
7.4 Solving Equations Containing Rational
Expressions
7.5 Applications with Rational Expressions;
Variation
Chapter 8 Rational Exponents, Radicals, and Complex Numbers
8.1 Radical Expressions and Functions
8.2 Rational Exponents
8.3 Multiplying, Dividing, and Simplifying
Radicals
8.4 Adding, Subtracting, and Multiplying
Radical Expressions
8.5 Rationalizing Numerators and
Denominators of Radical Expressions
8.6 Radical Equations and Problem Solving
8.7 Complex Numbers
Chapter 9 Quadratic Equations
9.1 Completing the Square
9.2 Solving Quadratic Equations Using the
Quadratic Formula
9.3 Solving Equations That Are Quadratic in
Form
9.4 Graphing Quadratic Functions
9.5 Solving Nonlinear Inequalities
Chapter 10 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
10.1 Composite and Inverse Functions
10.2 Exponential Functions
10.3 Logarithmic Functions
10.4 Properties of Logarithms
10.5 Common and Natural Logarithms
10.6 Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
with Applications
Chapter 11 Conic Sections
11.1 The Parabola and the Circle
11.2 Ellipses and Hyperbolas
11.3 Nonlinear Systems of Equations
11.4 Nonlinear Inequalities and Systems of
Inequalities
Appendix A Arithmetic Sequences and Series
Appendix B Geometric Sequences and Series
Appendix C The Binomial Theorem
Appendix D Permutations and Combinations
Appendix E Probability
1.1 Sets and the Structure of Algebra
1.2 Operations with Real Numbers; Properties of Real Numbers
1.3 Exponents, Roots, and Order of Operations
1.4 Evaluating and Rewriting Expressions
Chapter 2 Linear Equations and Inequalities in One Variable
2.1 Linear Equations and Formulas
2.2 Solving Problems
2.3 Solving Linear Inequalities
2.4 Compound Inequalities
2.5 Equations Involving Absolute Value
2.6 Inequalities Involving Absolute Value
Chapter 3 Equations and Inequalities in Two Variables and Functions
3.1 Graphing Linear Equations
3.2 The Slope of a Line
3.3 The Equation of a Line
3.4 Graphing Linear Inequalities
3.5 Introduction to Functions and Function
Notation
Chapter 4 Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities
4.1 Solving Systems of Linear Equations in
Two Variables
4.2 Solving Systems of Linear Equations in
Three Variables
4.3 Solving Applications Using Systems of
Equations
4.4 Solving Systems of Linear Equations
Using Matrices
4.5 Cramer's Rule
4.6 Solving Systems of Linear Inequalities
Chapter 5 Polynomials
5.1 Exponents and Scientific Notation
5.2 Polynomials and Polynomial Functions
5.3 Multiplying Polynomials
5.4 Dividing Polynomials
5.5 Synthetic Division and the Remainder
Theorem
Chapter 6 Factoring
6.1 Greatest Common Factor and Factoring by
Grouping
6.2 Factoring Trinomials
6.3 Factoring Special Products and Factoring
Strategies
6.4 Solving Equations by Factoring
Chapter 7 Rational Expressions and Equations
7.1 Simplifying, Multiplying, and Dividing
Rational Expressions
7.2 Adding and Subtracting Rational
Expressions
7.3 Simplifying Complex Rational
Expressions
7.4 Solving Equations Containing Rational
Expressions
7.5 Applications with Rational Expressions;
Variation
Chapter 8 Rational Exponents, Radicals, and Complex Numbers
8.1 Radical Expressions and Functions
8.2 Rational Exponents
8.3 Multiplying, Dividing, and Simplifying
Radicals
8.4 Adding, Subtracting, and Multiplying
Radical Expressions
8.5 Rationalizing Numerators and
Denominators of Radical Expressions
8.6 Radical Equations and Problem Solving
8.7 Complex Numbers
Chapter 9 Quadratic Equations
9.1 Completing the Square
9.2 Solving Quadratic Equations Using the
Quadratic Formula
9.3 Solving Equations That Are Quadratic in
Form
9.4 Graphing Quadratic Functions
9.5 Solving Nonlinear Inequalities
Chapter 10 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
10.1 Composite and Inverse Functions
10.2 Exponential Functions
10.3 Logarithmic Functions
10.4 Properties of Logarithms
10.5 Common and Natural Logarithms
10.6 Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
with Applications
Chapter 11 Conic Sections
11.1 The Parabola and the Circle
11.2 Ellipses and Hyperbolas
11.3 Nonlinear Systems of Equations
11.4 Nonlinear Inequalities and Systems of
Inequalities
Appendix A Arithmetic Sequences and Series
Appendix B Geometric Sequences and Series
Appendix C The Binomial Theorem
Appendix D Permutations and Combinations
Appendix E Probability