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Intermediate Algebra

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ISBN-10: 0130166316

ISBN-13: 9780130166319

Edition: 3rd 2001

Authors: K. Elayn Martin-Gay

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Designed for a terminal algebra course or to prepare students for college-level algebra, precalculus, or finite math. Elayn Martin-Gay focuses on enhancing a traditional emphasismastering the basicswith innovative pedagogy and a meaningful, integrated learning program. Three goals drive her authorship: increase motivation, build confidence, and encourage mastery of basic skills and concepts. Martin-Gay's unparalleled ability to explain key concepts and build problem-solving skills is enlivened by her ability to relate to students through real-life applications that are interesting, relevant and practical. The completely integrated teaching and learning package that accompanies the new…    
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Book details

List price: $100.00
Edition: 3rd
Copyright year: 2001
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 8/17/2000
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 747
Size: 8.25" wide x 10.00" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 3.542
Language: English

Real Numbers and Algebraic Expressions
Tips for Success in Mathematics
Algebraic Expressions and Sets of Numbers
Operations on Real Numbers
Properties of Real Numbers
Equations, Inequalities, and Problem Solving
Linear Equations in One Variable
An Introduction to Problem Solving
Formulas and Problem Solving
Linear Inequalities and Problem Solving
Compound Inequalities
Absolute Value Equations
Absolute Value Inequalities
Graphs and Functions
Graphing Equations
Introduction to Functions
Graphing Linear Functions
The Slope of a Line
Equations of Lines
Graphing Linear Inequalities
Systems of Equations
Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables
Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Three Variables
Systems of Linear Equations and Problem Solving
Solving Systems of Equations by Matrices
Solving Systems of Equations by Determinants
Exponents, Polynomials, and Polynomial Functions
Exponents and Scientific Notation
More Work with Exponents and Scientific Notation
Polynomials and Polynomial Functions
Multiplying Polynomials
The Greatest Common Factor and Factoring by Grouping
Factoring Trinomials
Factoring by Special Products and Factoring Strategies
Solving Equations by Factoring and Problem Solving
An Introduction to Graphing Polynomial Functions
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Rational Functions and Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions
Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions
Simplifying Complex Fractions
Dividing Polynomials
Synthetic Division and the Remainder Theorem
Solving Equations Containing Rational Expressions
Rational Expressions and Problem Solving
Variation and Problem Solving
Rational Exponents, Radicals, and Complex Numbers
Radicals and Radical Functions
Rational Exponents
Simplifying Radical Expressions
Adding, Subtracting, and Multiplying Radical Expressions
Rationalizing Denominators and Numerators of Radical Expressions
Radical Equations and Problem Solving
Complex Numbers
Quadratic Equations and Functions
Solving Quadratic Equations by Completing the Square
Solving Quadratic Equations by the Quadratic Formula
Solving Equations by Using Quadratic Methods
Nonlinear Inequalities in One Variable
Quadratic Functions and Their Graphs
Further Graphing of Quadratic Functions
Conic Sections
The Parabola and the Circle
The Ellipse and the Hyperbola
Solving Nonlinear Systems of Equations
Nonlinear Inequalities and Systems of Inequalities
Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
The Algebra of Functions; Composite Functions
Inverse Functions
Exponential Functions
Logarithmic Functions
Properties of Logarithms
Common Logarithms, Natural Logarithms, and Changes of Base
Exponential and Logarithmic Equations and Applications
Sequences, Series, and the Binomial Theorem
Sequences
Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences
Series
Partial Sums of Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences
The Binomial Theorem
Appendices
Review of Angles, Lines, and Special Triangles
Review of Geometric Figures
Review of Volume and Surface Area
Introduction to Using a Graphing Utility