Key Message: McKenna & Kirk'sBeginning Algebra, Preliminary Edition, strives to teach math in a language that readers can understand, while focusing on problem solving, vocabulary, and how topics relate within the course and the world around them. McKenna & Kirk focus on building a strong foundation in algebra through the use of a friendly, conversational writing style, while helping readers improve their problem-solving skills, mathematical vocabulary, and mastery of mathematical concepts. To help readers relate to the material, the authors use real-world applications that are tied to the chapter theme. The authors carefully guide readers through an intuitive problem-solving approach called the 4 P's-Prepare, Plan, Process, and Ponder-that teaches readers to solve applied problems in a logical, step-by-step manner. Key Topics: Patterns and Review of Real Numbers; Equations and Inequalities in One Variable and Applications; Linear Equations, Slope, Inequalities, and Introduction to Functions; Exponents, Polynomials, and Applications; Factoring Polynomials; Rational Expressions; Systems of Equations; Roots and Radicals; Quadratic Equations Market: For all readers interested in Algebra.
"Julie Miller, Molly O'Neill, and Nancy Hyde originally wrote their developmental math series because students were entering their College Algebra course underprepared.
A section on geometry appears in Chapter R for instructors who look for such content in Beginning Algebra. Applications that incorporate geometric concepts may also be found throughout the text.
There are certain mistakes that students frequently make while learning algebra. This workbook clearly explains these mistakes so students can avoid them.
Together, the two books give the reader a global view of algebra and its role in mathematics as a whole.
4-color hardback text w/complete text-specific instructor and student print/media supplement package AMATYC/NCTM Standards of Content and Pedagogy integrated in Exercise Sets, Sourced-Data Applications (students are also asked to generate...
Elementary Algebra
There are certain mistakes that students frequently make while learning algebra. This workbook clearly explains these mistakes so students can avoid them.
The text then examines exponents and polynomials, factoring, and rational expressions.
These concepts are reinforced through applications in the text.
The utlimate goal of this text is to effectively prepare students to transition to Intermediate Algebra. One of the hallmark characteristics of Beginning Algebra 6ethat makes the text easy to learn from is the building-block organization.