Intermediate Algebra
3rd Edition
Published on 18. January 2006
Book
Paperback/Softback
960 pages
978-0-13-186830-4 (ISBN)
Description
Intermediate Algebra is 1-semester gateway course to other college-level mathematics courses. The goal of the Intermediate Algebra course is to provide students with the mathematical skills that are prerequisites for courses such as College Algebra, Elementary Statistics, Liberal-Arts Math and Mathematics for Teachers.
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3rd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
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Pearson Education (US)
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Professional and scholarly
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Height: 276 mm
Width: 216 mm
Weight
1787 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-13-186830-4 (9780131868304)
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Elayn Martin-Gay, University of New Orleans
An award-winning instructor and best-selling author, Elayn Martin-Gay has taught mathematics at the University of New Orleans for more than 25 years. Her numerous teaching awards include the local University Alumni Association's Award for Excellence in Teaching, and Outstanding Developmental Educator at University of New Orleans, presented by the Louisiana Association of Developmental Educators.
Prentice Hall is pleased to announce the new Third Editions of Basic College Mathematics, Introductory Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, and Algebra A Combined Approach and two new first editions, Basic College Mathematics with Early Integers, and Developmental Mathematics. Elayn Martin-Gay also authors a best-selling (c)2005 hardback series in developmental mathematics.
Prior to writing textbooks, Elayn developed an acclaimed series of lecture videos to support developmental mathematics students in their quest for success. These highly successful videos originally served as the foundation material for her texts. Today, the videos are specific to each book in the Martin-Gay series. Elayn also originated the Chapter Test Prep Video CDs to help students during their most "teachable moment" ---as they prepare for a test.
Elayn's experience has made her aware of how busy instructors are and what a difference quality supports make. For this reason, she created the Instructor-to-Instructor video series. These videos provide instructors with suggestions for presenting specific math topic and concepts in basic mathematics, prealgebra, beginning algebra, and intermediate algebra. Seasoned instructors can use them as a source for alternate approaches in the classroom. New or adjunct faculty may find the CDs useful for review. They are a great resource for suggestions regarding areas they may wish to emphasize, or common trouble areas students experience, that instructors my wish to highlight.
With her textbooks series, the Chapter Test Prep Video Cd, and CD Lecture series, Elayn has sought to put success within the reach of every student and instructor.
An award-winning instructor and best-selling author, Elayn Martin-Gay has taught mathematics at the University of New Orleans for more than 25 years. Her numerous teaching awards include the local University Alumni Association's Award for Excellence in Teaching, and Outstanding Developmental Educator at University of New Orleans, presented by the Louisiana Association of Developmental Educators.
Prentice Hall is pleased to announce the new Third Editions of Basic College Mathematics, Introductory Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, and Algebra A Combined Approach and two new first editions, Basic College Mathematics with Early Integers, and Developmental Mathematics. Elayn Martin-Gay also authors a best-selling (c)2005 hardback series in developmental mathematics.
Prior to writing textbooks, Elayn developed an acclaimed series of lecture videos to support developmental mathematics students in their quest for success. These highly successful videos originally served as the foundation material for her texts. Today, the videos are specific to each book in the Martin-Gay series. Elayn also originated the Chapter Test Prep Video CDs to help students during their most "teachable moment" ---as they prepare for a test.
Elayn's experience has made her aware of how busy instructors are and what a difference quality supports make. For this reason, she created the Instructor-to-Instructor video series. These videos provide instructors with suggestions for presenting specific math topic and concepts in basic mathematics, prealgebra, beginning algebra, and intermediate algebra. Seasoned instructors can use them as a source for alternate approaches in the classroom. New or adjunct faculty may find the CDs useful for review. They are a great resource for suggestions regarding areas they may wish to emphasize, or common trouble areas students experience, that instructors my wish to highlight.
With her textbooks series, the Chapter Test Prep Video Cd, and CD Lecture series, Elayn has sought to put success within the reach of every student and instructor.
Content
Chapter 1 Real Numbers and Algebraic Expressions
1.1 Tips for Success in Mathematics
1.2 Algebraic Expressions and Sets of Numbers
1.3 Properties of Real Numbers
1.4 Operations on Real Numbers
Integrated Review-Real Numbers
1.5 Order of Operations and Algebraic Expressions
1.6 Exponents and Scientific Notation
1.7 More Work with Exponents and Scientific Notation
Chapter 2 Equations, Inequalities, and Problem Solving
2.1 Linear Equations in One Variable
2.2 An Introduction to Problem Solving
2.3 Formulas and Problem Solving
2.4 Linear Inequalities and Problem Solving
Integrated Review-Linear Equations and Inequalities
2.5 Sets and Compound Inequalities
2.6 Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities
Chapter 3 Graphs and Functions
3.1 Graphing Linear Equations
3.2 The Slope of a Line
3.3 The Slope-Intercept Form
3.4 More Equations of Lines
Integrated Review-Linear Equations in Two Variables
3.5 Graphing Linear Inequalities
3.6 Introduction to Functions
3.7 Finding Domain and Range from Graphs and Graphing Piecewise Functions
3.8 Shifting, Reflecting, and Sketching Functions
Chapter 4 Systems of Equations and Inequalities
4.1 Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables
4.2 Solve a System of three linear equations in three variables
4.3 Systems of Linear Equations and Problem Solving
Integrated Review---Systems of Linear Equations
4.4 Solving Systems of Equations Using Matrices
4.5 Systems of Linear Inequalities
Chapter 5 Polynomials and Polynomial Functions
5.1 Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
5.2 Multiplying Polynomials
5.3 Dividing Polynomials and Synthetic Division
5.4 The Greatest Common Factor and Factoring by Grouping
5.5 Factoring Trinomials
5.6 Factoring by Special Products
Integrated Review-Operations on Polynomials and Factoring Strategies
5.7 Solving Equations by Factoring and Solving Problems
Chapter 6 Rational Expressions
6.1 Rational Functions and Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions
6.2 Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions
6.3 Simplifying Complex Fractions
6.4 Solving Equations Containing Rational Expressions
Integrated Review-Expressions and Equations Containing Rational Expressions
6.5 Rational Equations and Problem Solving
6.6 Variation and Problem Solving
Chapter 7 Rational Exponents, Radicals, and Complex Numbers
7.1 Radical Expressions
7.2 Rational Exponents
7.3 Simplifying Radical Expressions
7.4 Adding, Subtracting, and Multiplying Radical Expressions
7.5 Rationalizing Numerators and Denominators of Radical Expressions
Integrated Review-Radicals and Rational Exponents
7.6 Radical Equations and Problem Solving
7.7 Complex Numbers
Chapter 8 Quadratic equations and Functions
8.1 Solving Quadratic Equations by Completing the Square
8.2 Solving Quadratic Equations by Using the Quadratic Formula
8.3 Solving Equations by Using Quadratic Methods
Integrated Review-Summary on Solving Quadratic Equations
8.4 Nonlinear Inequalities in One Variable
8.5 Quadratic Functions and Their Graphs
8.6 Further Graphing of Quadratic Functions
Chapter 9 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
9.1 The Algebra of Functions
9.2 Inverse Functions
9.3 Exponential Functions
9.4 Logarithmic Functions
9.5 Properties of Logarithms
Integrated Review-Functions and Properties of Logarithms
9.6 Common Logarithms, Natural Logarithms, and Change of Base
9.7 Exponential and Logarithmic Equations and Problem Solving
Chapter 10 Conic Sections
10.1 The Parabola and the Circle
10.2 The Ellipse and the Hyperbola
Integrated Review-Graphing Conic Sections
10.3 Solving Non-linear Systems of Equations
10.4 Nonlinear Inequalities and Systems of Inequalities
Appendices
Appendix A Fractions
Appendix B Solving Systems of Equations Using Determinants
Appendix C The Bigger Picture
Appendix D An Introduction to Using a Graphing Utility
Answers to Selected Exercises
Solutions to Selected Exercises
1.1 Tips for Success in Mathematics
1.2 Algebraic Expressions and Sets of Numbers
1.3 Properties of Real Numbers
1.4 Operations on Real Numbers
Integrated Review-Real Numbers
1.5 Order of Operations and Algebraic Expressions
1.6 Exponents and Scientific Notation
1.7 More Work with Exponents and Scientific Notation
Chapter 2 Equations, Inequalities, and Problem Solving
2.1 Linear Equations in One Variable
2.2 An Introduction to Problem Solving
2.3 Formulas and Problem Solving
2.4 Linear Inequalities and Problem Solving
Integrated Review-Linear Equations and Inequalities
2.5 Sets and Compound Inequalities
2.6 Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities
Chapter 3 Graphs and Functions
3.1 Graphing Linear Equations
3.2 The Slope of a Line
3.3 The Slope-Intercept Form
3.4 More Equations of Lines
Integrated Review-Linear Equations in Two Variables
3.5 Graphing Linear Inequalities
3.6 Introduction to Functions
3.7 Finding Domain and Range from Graphs and Graphing Piecewise Functions
3.8 Shifting, Reflecting, and Sketching Functions
Chapter 4 Systems of Equations and Inequalities
4.1 Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables
4.2 Solve a System of three linear equations in three variables
4.3 Systems of Linear Equations and Problem Solving
Integrated Review---Systems of Linear Equations
4.4 Solving Systems of Equations Using Matrices
4.5 Systems of Linear Inequalities
Chapter 5 Polynomials and Polynomial Functions
5.1 Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
5.2 Multiplying Polynomials
5.3 Dividing Polynomials and Synthetic Division
5.4 The Greatest Common Factor and Factoring by Grouping
5.5 Factoring Trinomials
5.6 Factoring by Special Products
Integrated Review-Operations on Polynomials and Factoring Strategies
5.7 Solving Equations by Factoring and Solving Problems
Chapter 6 Rational Expressions
6.1 Rational Functions and Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions
6.2 Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions
6.3 Simplifying Complex Fractions
6.4 Solving Equations Containing Rational Expressions
Integrated Review-Expressions and Equations Containing Rational Expressions
6.5 Rational Equations and Problem Solving
6.6 Variation and Problem Solving
Chapter 7 Rational Exponents, Radicals, and Complex Numbers
7.1 Radical Expressions
7.2 Rational Exponents
7.3 Simplifying Radical Expressions
7.4 Adding, Subtracting, and Multiplying Radical Expressions
7.5 Rationalizing Numerators and Denominators of Radical Expressions
Integrated Review-Radicals and Rational Exponents
7.6 Radical Equations and Problem Solving
7.7 Complex Numbers
Chapter 8 Quadratic equations and Functions
8.1 Solving Quadratic Equations by Completing the Square
8.2 Solving Quadratic Equations by Using the Quadratic Formula
8.3 Solving Equations by Using Quadratic Methods
Integrated Review-Summary on Solving Quadratic Equations
8.4 Nonlinear Inequalities in One Variable
8.5 Quadratic Functions and Their Graphs
8.6 Further Graphing of Quadratic Functions
Chapter 9 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
9.1 The Algebra of Functions
9.2 Inverse Functions
9.3 Exponential Functions
9.4 Logarithmic Functions
9.5 Properties of Logarithms
Integrated Review-Functions and Properties of Logarithms
9.6 Common Logarithms, Natural Logarithms, and Change of Base
9.7 Exponential and Logarithmic Equations and Problem Solving
Chapter 10 Conic Sections
10.1 The Parabola and the Circle
10.2 The Ellipse and the Hyperbola
Integrated Review-Graphing Conic Sections
10.3 Solving Non-linear Systems of Equations
10.4 Nonlinear Inequalities and Systems of Inequalities
Appendices
Appendix A Fractions
Appendix B Solving Systems of Equations Using Determinants
Appendix C The Bigger Picture
Appendix D An Introduction to Using a Graphing Utility
Answers to Selected Exercises
Solutions to Selected Exercises