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9780321233868

Intermediate Algebra : Concepts and Applications

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    9780321233868

  • ISBN10:

    0321233867

  • Edition: 7th
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Copyright: 2006-01-01
  • Publisher: Addison Wesley
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Summary

Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 The goal ofIntermediate Algebra: Concepts and Applications,7e is to help todayrs"s students learn and retain mathematical concepts by preparing them for the transition from "skills-oriented" intermediate algebra courses to more "concept-oriented" college-level mathematics courses, as well as to make the transition from "skill" to "application." This edition continues to bring your students a best-selling text that incorporates the five-step problem-solving process, real-world applications, proven pedagogy, and an accessible writing style. The Bittinger/Ellenbogen series has consistently provided teachers and students with the tools needed to succeed in developmental mathematics. This edition has an even stronger focus on vocabulary and conceptual understanding as well as making the mathematics more accessible to students. Among the features added are newConcept Reinforcementexercises, Student Notes that help students avoid common mistakes, and Study Summaries that highlight the most important concepts and terminology from each chapter. Algebra and Problem Solving; Graphs, Functions, and Linear Equations; Systems of Equations and Problem Solving; Inequalities and Problem Solving; Polynomials and Polynomial Functions; Rational Expressions, Equations, and Functions; Exponents and Radicals; Quadratic Functions and Equations; Exponential and Logarithmic Functions; Conic Sections; Sequences, Series, and the Binomial Theorem For all readers interested in intermediate algebra.

Table of Contents

Algebra and Problem Solving
Some Basics of Algebra
2(11)
Operations and Properties of Real Numbers
13(11)
Solving Equations
24(8)
Connecting the Concepts
28(4)
Introduction to Problem Solving
32(10)
Formulas, Models, and Geometry
42(9)
Properties of Exponents
51(9)
Scientific Notation
60(16)
Study Summary
69(2)
Review Exercises
71(2)
Test
73(3)
Graphs, Functions, and Linear Equations
Graphs
76(9)
Functions
85(14)
Linear Functions: Slope, Graphs, and Models
99(13)
Another Look at Linear Graphs
112(12)
Other Equations of Lines
124(10)
Connecting the Concepts
129(5)
The Algebra of Functions
134(16)
Study Summary
143(1)
Review Exercises
144(3)
Test
147(3)
Systems of Linear Equations and Problem Solving
Systems of Equations in Two Variables
150(9)
Solving by Substitution or Elimination
159(8)
Solving Applications: Systems of Two Equations
167(14)
Systems of Equations in Three Variables
181(9)
Solving Applications: Systems of Three Equations
190(6)
Elimination Using Matrices
196(5)
Determinants and Cramer's Rule
201(6)
Business and Economic Applications
207(15)
Study Summary
214(2)
Review Exercises
216(2)
Test
218(1)
Cumulative Review: Chapters 1--3
219(3)
Inequalities and Problem Solving
Inequalities and Applications
222(12)
Intersections, Unions, and Compound Inequalities
234(11)
Absolute-Value Equations and Inequalities
245(8)
Inequalities in Two Variables
253(12)
Applications Using Linear Programming
265(13)
Study Summary
273(1)
Review Exercises
274(2)
Test
276(2)
Polynomials and Polynomial Functions
Introduction to Polynomials and Polynomial Functions
278(12)
Multiplication of Polynomials
290(11)
Common Factors and Factoring by Grouping
301(8)
Factoring Trinomials
309(10)
Factoring Perfect-Square Trinomials and Differences of Squares
319(6)
Factoring Sums or Differences of Cubes
325(5)
Factoring: A General Strategy
330(4)
Applications of Polynomial Equations
334(18)
Study Summary
347(1)
Review Exercises
348(2)
Test
350(2)
Rational Expressions, Equations, and Functions
Rational Expressions and Functions: Multiplying and Dividing
352(12)
Rational Expressions and Functions: Adding and Subtracting
364(10)
Complex Rational Expressions
374(10)
Rational Equations
384(7)
Connecting the Concepts
384(7)
Solving Applications Using Rational Equations
391(10)
Division of Polynomials
401(6)
Synthetic Division
407(6)
Formulas, Applications, and Variation
413(23)
Study Summary
427(2)
Review Exercises
429(2)
Test
431(2)
Cumulative Review: Chapters 1--6
433(3)
Exponents and Radicals
Radical Expressions and Functions
436(9)
Rational Numbers as Exponents
445(8)
Multiplying Radical Expressions
453(7)
Dividing Radical Expressions
460(7)
Expressions Containing Several Radical Terms
467(8)
Solving Radical Equations
475(7)
Connecting the Concepts
475(7)
Geometric Applications
482(9)
The Complex Numbers
491(15)
Study Summary
499(3)
Review Exercises
502(2)
Test
504(2)
Quadratic Functions and Equations
Quadratic Equations
506(11)
The Quadratic Formula
517(7)
Applications Involving Quadratic Equations
524(8)
Studying Solutions of Quadratic Equations
532(5)
Equations Reducible to Quadratic
537(6)
Quadratic Functions and Their Graphs
543(9)
More About Graphing Quadratic Functions
552(6)
Problem Solving and Quadratic Functions
558(11)
Polynomial and Rational Inequalities
569(15)
Study Summary
578(2)
Review Exercises
580(2)
Test
582(2)
Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Composite and Inverse Functions
584(12)
Exponential Functions
596(9)
Logarithmic Functions
605(7)
Properties of Logarithmic Functions
612(7)
Common and Natural Logarithms
619(7)
Solving Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
626(8)
Applications of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
634(24)
Study Summary
648(3)
Review Exercises
651(2)
Test
653(1)
Cumulative Review: Chapters 1--9
654(4)
Conic Sections
Conic Sections: Parabolas and Circles
658(12)
Conic Sections: Ellipses
670(8)
Conic Sections: Hyperbolas
678(11)
Nonlinear Systems of Equations
689(15)
Study Summary
699(1)
Review Exercises
700(2)
Test
702(2)
Sequences, Series, and the Binomial Theorem
Sequences and Series
704(7)
Arithmetic Sequences and Series
711(9)
Geometric Sequences and Series
720(11)
The Binomial Theorem
731(12)
Connecting the Concepts
731(9)
Study Summary
740(1)
Review Exercises
741(1)
Test
742(1)
Cumulative Review: Chapters 1--11 743(4)
Appendix: The Graphing Calculator 747
Answers 1(1)
Glossary 1(1)
Index 1

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