Essentials of College Mathematics: For Business, Economics, Life Sciences, and Social Sciences (College Mathematics Series) - Hardcover

Barnett, Raymond A.; Ziegler, Michael R.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0023059214 ISBN 13: 9780023059216

Publisher: Macmillan USA, 1992

Synopsis

This book offers an outstanding algebra review,
detailed coverage of finite mathematics — and sound treatment of
both differential and integral calculus. This edition offers
thorough coverage of the graphing calculator and computer through
optional exercises and supplements. KEY TOPICS- The largest,
most varied selection of applications available will convince even
the most skeptical reader that mathematics is useful. There are over
300 worked examples included, presented in example-solution-matched
problem format to encourage active learning. The book includes over
3,800 carefully selected and accurate problems divided into A, B, and
C level of difficulty. Carefully selected and organized topics are
structured to provide maximum flexibility in selection of material,
with a Chapter Dependency Chart included in the Preface. Added
optional graphics calculator and computer exercises give the reader
excellent hands-on practice. Revised topical coverage includes the
review of basic set theory, expanded coverage of counting techniques
— now including sets and Venn diagrams — is presented in two
sections as opposed to one, rewritten and expanded section on
factoring polynomials now includes applications of the quadratic
formula to factoring second-degree polynomials, and material on
inverse matrices and systems of equations is now presented in two
sections.MARKET-

About this edition

• Publisher: Macmillan USA
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0023059214
• ISBN 13: 9780023059216
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 8