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College Algebra and Trigonometry

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ISBN-10: 0618825150

ISBN-13: 9780618825158

Edition: 6th 2008

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

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Accessible to students and flexible for instructors, "College Algebra and Trigonometry," Sixth Edition, uses the dynamic link between concepts and applications to bring mathematics to life. By incorporating interactive learning techniques, the Aufmann team helps students to better understand concepts, work independently, and obtain greater mathematical fluency. The text also includes technology features to accommodate courses that allow the option of using graphing calculators. Additional program components that support student success include Eduspace tutorial practice, online homework, SMARTHINKING Live Online Tutoring, and Instructional DVDs. The authors' proven "Aufmann Interactive…    
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Book details

List price: $344.95
Edition: 6th
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: CENGAGE Learning
Publication date: 1/19/2007
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 1152
Size: 8.75" wide x 10.00" long x 1.50" tall
Weight: 4.994
Language: English

Vernon Barker has retired from Palomar College where he was Professor of Mathematics. He is a co-author on the majority of Aufmann texts, including the best-selling developmental paperback series.

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

Preliminary Concepts
The Real Number System
Integer and Rational Number Exponents
Polynomials
Factoring
Rational Expressions
Complex Numbers
Equations and Inequalities
Linear and Absolute Value Equations
Formulas and Applications
Quadratic Equations
Other Types of Equations
Inequalities
Variation and Applications
Functions and Graphs
A Two Dimensional Coordinate System and Graphs
Introduction to Functions
Linear Functions
Quadratic Functions
Properties of Graphs
The Algebra of Functions
Modeling Data Using Regression
Polynomial and Rational Functions
The Remainder Theorem and the Factor Theorem
Polynomial Functions of Higher Degree
Zeros of Polynomial Functions
The Fundamental Theorem of Algebra
Graphs of Rational Functions and Their Applications
Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Inverse Functions
Exponential Functions and Their Applications
Logarithmic Functions and Their Applications
Properties of Logarithms and Logarithmic Scales
Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
Exponential Growth and Decay
Modeling Data with Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Trigonometric Functions
Angles and Arcs
Right Triangle Trigonometry
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
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
Applications of Trigonometry
The Law of Sines
The Law of Cosines and Area
Vectors
Trigonometric Form of Complex Numbers
De Moivre's Theorem
Topics in Analytic Geometry
Parabolas
Ellipses
Hyperbolas
Rotation of Axes
Introduction to Polar Coordinates
Polar Equations of the Conics
Parametric Equations
Systems of Equations and Inequalities
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 of Inequalities
Linear Programming
Matrices
Gaussian Elimination Method
The Algebra of Matrices
The Inverse of a Matrix
Determinants
Cramer's Rule
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