Precalculus
A Modelling Approach
Published on 1. January 1998
Book
Paperback/Softback
608 pages
978-0-07-017867-0 (ISBN)
Description
A strong modelling approach and exposure to the use of functions as models of physical and social behaviour is the focus of this text. By placing emphasis on graphing technology, students are helped to explore mathematics and improve their problem-solving skills. The use of technology is emphasized throughout, freeing the student from tedious number-crunching and allowing them to focus on modelling and interpretation of results. Real world projects are included in every chapter, whilst mathematical history is incorporated to help students learn that mathematics is a human endeavour.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 230 mm
Weight
730 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-07-017867-0 (9780070178670)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Content
The preliminaries; basic tools; modelling concepts; mess to model - functions; linear models; modelling with systems of equations; linear inequalitites; non-linear models 1 - polynomial functions; non-linear models 2 - exponential functions; non-linear models 3 - trigonometric functions; polar and parametric models; looking ahead to calculus; answers to selected exercises.