College Algebra, Second Edition is a comprehensive presentation of the fundamental concepts and techniques of algebra. The book incorporates some improvements from the previous edition to provide a better learning experience. It provides sufficient materials for use in the study of college algebra. It contains chapters that are devoted to various mathematical concepts, such as the real number system, the theory of polynomial equations, exponential and logarithmic functions, and the geometric definition of each conic section. Progress checks, warnings, and features are inserted. Every chapter contains a summary, including terms and symbols with appropriate page references; key ideas for review to stress the concepts; review exercises to provide additional practice; and progress tests to provide self-evaluation and reinforcement. The answers to all Review Exercises and Progress Tests appear in the back of the book. College students will find the book very useful and invaluable.
The modular approach and richness of content ensure that the book meets the needs of a variety of courses.
The modular approach and richness of content ensure that the book meets the needs of a variety of courses. The text and images in this textbook are grayscale.
"The text is suitable for a typical introductory algebra course, and was developed to be used flexibly.
Clearly written and focused for success, the Twelfth Edition of Gustafson and Hughes’ popular book, COLLEGE ALGEBRA, provides in-depth and precise coverage, incorporated into a framework of tested teaching strategy.
The Eighth Edition also includes technology features to accommodate courses that allow the option of using graphing calculators.
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Whether you are in high school or college, taking the course for your first time or tackling higher-level math, this guide is an essential resource for reviewing this fundamental area of mathematics.
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