Explorations in College Algebra

This book adopts a problem-solving approach where abstract ideas are motivated by real-world problems. The problems lie on a continuum from practicing algebraic skills to open-ended, non-routine questions. The focus is shifted from learning a set of discrete mathematical rules to exploring how algebra is used in the social, physical, and life sciences. The materials are innovative and reflect the guidelines issued by the various professional mathematics societies including AMATYC, MAA, and NCTM.