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Precalculus with Limits

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ISBN-10: 0395975921

ISBN-13: 9780395975923

Edition: 2000

Authors: Richard N. Aufmann, Vernon C. Barker, Richard D. Nation

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Offering more algebra review than other texts,Precalculus with Limitsencourages students to actively participate in math and focus on the link between concepts and applications. The provenAufmann Interactive Methodhelps students learn the process of working out problems by providing a step-by-step example with annotations accompanied by aYou-Try-Itexercise. Students can then pinpoint mistakes by consulting the complete solutions in the appendix.
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Book details

List price: $131.96
Copyright year: 2000
Publisher: CENGAGE Learning
Publication date: 11/12/1999
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 876
Size: 8.75" wide x 10.50" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 4.796
Language: English

Richard Aufmann is Professor of Mathematics at Palomar College in California. He is the lead author of two best-selling developmental math series, a best-selling college algebra and trigonometry series, as well as several derivative math texts. The Aufmann name is highly recognized and respected among college mathematics faculty.

Richard Nation is Professor of Mathematics at Palomar College. He is the co-author of several Aufmann titles.

Each chapter concludes with a Review
True/False Exercises
Review Exercises, and a Test
Fundamental Concepts
The Real Number System
Intervals, Absolute Value, and Distance
Integer and Rational Number Exponents
Complex Numbers
Polynomials
Factoring
Rational Expressions Exploring Concepts with Technology
The Mandelbrot Replacement Procedure
Equations and Inequalities
Linear Equations
Formulas and Applications
Quadratic Equations
Other Types of Equations
Inequalities
Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities
Exploring Concepts with Technology: Can You Trust Your Calculator?
Functions and Graphs
A Two-Dimensional Coordinate System and Graphs
Introduction to Functions
Linear Functions
Quadratic Functions
Properties of Graphs
The Algebra of Functions
Inverse Functions
Variation and Applications Exploring Concepts with Technology
The Least-Squares Regression Line
Polynomial and Rational Functions
Polynomial Division and Synthetic Division
Introduction to Polynomial Functions
Zeros of Polynomial Functions
The Fundamental Theory of Algebra
Rational Functions and Their Graphs Exploring Concepts with Technology
Finding Zeros of a Polynomial Using Mathematica
Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Exponential Functions and Their Graphs
Logarithms and Logarithmic Properties
Logarithmic Functions and Their Graphs
Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
Applications of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions Exploring Concepts with Technology
Using a Semi-Log Graph to Model Exponential Decay
Trigonometric Functions
Angles and Arcs
Trigonometric Functions of Acute Angles
Trigonometric Functions of Any Angle
Trigonometric Functions of Real Numbers
Graphs of the Sine and Cosine Functions
Graphs of the Other Trigonometric Functions
Graphing Techniques
Harmonic Motion--An Application of the Sine and Cosine Functions Exploring Concepts with Technology
Vertical Asymptotes and Removable Singularities
Trigonometric Identities and Equations
Verification of Trigonometric Identities
Sum, Difference, and Cofunction Identities
Double- and Half-Angle Identities
Identities Involving the Sum of Trigonometric Functions
Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Trigonometric Equations Exploring Concepts with Technology
Approximate an Inverse Trigonometric Function with Polynomials
Applications of Trigonometry
The Laws of Sines
The Law of Cosines and Area
Vectors
Trigonometric Form of Complex Numbers
DeMoivre's Theorem Exploring Concepts with Technology
Optimal Branching of Arteries
Topics in Analytic Geometry
Parabolas
Ellipses
Hyperbolas
Rotation of Axes
Introduction to Polar Coordinates
Polar Equations of the Conics
Parametric Equations Exploring Concepts with Technology
The Mathematics of a Rotary Engine
Systems of Equations
Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables
Systems of Linear Equations in More Than Two Variables
Nonlinear Systems of Equations
Partial Fractions
Inequalities in Two Variables and Systems if Inequalities
Linear Programming Exploring Concepts with Technology
Ill-Conditioned Systems of Equations
Matrices
Gaussuan Elimination Method
The Algebra of Matrices
The Inverse of a Matrix
Determinants
Cramer's Rule Exploring the Concept with Technology
Stochastic Matrices
Sequences, Series, and Probability
Infinite Sequences and Summation Notation
Arithmetic Sequences and Series
Geometric Sequences and Series
Mathematical Induction
The Binomial Theorem
Permutations and Combinations
Introduction to Probability Exploring Concepts with Technology
Mathematical Expectation
Three-Dimensional Coordinate Geometry
A Three-Dimensional Coordinate System
Vectors in Space
The Cross Product
Lines and Planes Exploring Concepts with Technology
Four, Three, Two, One, Blastoff!
Introduction to Calculus
Introduction to Limits
Limits Involving Infinity
Continuous and Iterated Functions
Introduction to Derivatives
Area Under a Curve Exploring Concepts with Technology
Finding Derivatives Using a Computer Algebra System Solutions to Selected Exercises
Answers to Odd-Numbered Exercises
Glossary
Index