Schaum's Outline of PreCalculus, 2nd Ed. (Schaum's Outlines) - Softcover

Safier, Fred

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0071508643 ISBN 13: 9780071508643

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education, 2008

Synopsis

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This book has been updated to reflect the latest course scope and sequence. Review problems have been added after key chapters as well as more supplementary practice problems. An informal level discussion of limits, continuity, and derivatives has also been added, as well as additional information on the algebra of the dot product, exponential form of complex numbers, and conic sections in polar coordinates-plus business applications such as average rate of change, price/demand and science applications, including projectiles.

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About this title

Book Description:

This Precalculus outline aims to help high school and college students review algebra and trigonometry and prepare them for first-semester college calculus. This outline takes the fear out of calculus by showing in simple, easy-to-understand steps how to apply basic principles and concepts to actual problems. It is the perfect aid for struggling students who need to master the basics before tackling a college-level calculus course.

From the Back Cover:

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Inside, you will find:

• 600 detailed problems with step-by-step solutions
• Clear, concise explanations of all precalculus concepts
• Complete coverage of the material in precalculus courses
• A solved-problem approach that teaches you with hands-on help
• Plenty of exercises to improve your problem-solving skills

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About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0071508643
• ISBN 13: 9780071508643
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 408