Intermediate Algebra A Graphing Approach

by Martin-Gay, Elayn; Greene, Margaret (Peg)

• ISBN13: 9780131469006
• ISBN10: 0131469002
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2005-01-01
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

Elayn Martin-Gay's success as a developmental math author starts with a strong focus on mastering the basics through well-written explanations, innovative pedagogy and a meaningful, integrated program of learning resources. The revisions to this edition provide new pedagogy and resources to build reader confidence and help readers develop basic skills and understand concepts. Features incorporation of AMATYC and NCTM standards-reflected in an increased emphasis on visualization graphing, and data analysis. In addition, Martin-Gay's 4-step problem solving process-Understand, Translate, Solve and Interpret-is integrated throughout. Also includes new features such as Study Skills Reminders, "Integrated Reviews", and "Concept Checks." For those in need of a graphing utility resource in intermediate algebra, and for readers who need to prepare for advanced algebra or finite math.

Table of Contents

Real Numbers, Algebraic Expressions and Equations

Tips for Success in Mathematics

Algebraic Expressions and Sets of Numbers

Operations on Real Numbers and Properties of Real Numbers

Solving Linear Equations Algebraically

A Numerical Approach to Modeling with Tables

An Introduction to Problem Solving

Formulas and Problem Solving

Interpreting Data and Reading Bar, Line, Circle Graphs

Graphs and Functions

Introduction to Graphing

Introduction to Functions

Graphing Linear Functions

The Slope of a Line

Equations of Lines

Interpreting Data: Linear Models

Equations and Inequalities

Solving Linear Equations Graphically

Linear Inequalities and Problem Solving

Compound Inequalities

Absolute Value Equations

Absolute Value Inequalities

Graphing Linear Inequalities in Two Variables

Systems of Equations

Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables

Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Three Variables

Systems of Linear Equations and Problem Solving

Solving Systems of Equations by Matrices

Solving Systems of Equations by Determinants

Exponents, Polynomials, and Polynomial Functions

Exponents and Scientific Notation

More Work with Exponents and Scientific Notation

Polynomials and Polynomial Functions

Multiplying Polynomials

The Greatest Common Factor and Factoring by Grouping

Factoring Trinomials

Factoring by Special Products, Integrated Review of Operations on Polynomials and Factoring Strategies

Solving Equations by Factoring and Problem Solving

Rational Expressions

Rational Functions and Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions

Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions

Simplifying Complex Fractions

Dividing Polynomials

Synthetic Division and the Remainder Theorem

Integrated Review of Rational Expressions and Solving Equations Containing Rational Expressions

Rational Equations and Problem Solving

Variation and Problem Solving

Rational Exponents, Radicals, and Complex Numbers

Radicals and Radical Functions

Rational Exponents

Simplifying Radical Expressions

Adding, Subtracting, and Multiplying Radical Expressions

Rationalizing Denominators and Numerators of Radical Expressions, Integrated Review of Radicals and Radical Expressions

Radical equations and Problem Solving

Complex Numbers

Quadratic Equations and Functions

Solving Quadratic equations by Completing the Square

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