Algebra for College Students (4th Edition) - Hardcover

Blitzer, Robert F.; Blitzer, Robert F

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9780130902412: Algebra for College Students (4th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0130902411 ISBN 13: 9780130902412

Publisher: Prentice Hall, 2001

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The goal of this series is to provide readers with a strong foundation in Algebra. Each book is designed to develop readers' critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities and prepare readers for subsequent Algebra courses as well as “service” math courses. Topics are presented in an interesting and inviting format, incorporating real world sourced data and encouraging modeling and problem-solving. Algebra and Problem Solving. Functions, Linear Functions, and Inequalities. Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities. Polynomials, Polynomial Functions, and Factoring. Rational Expressions, Functions, and Equations. Radicals, Radical Functions, and Rational Exponents. Quadratic Equations and Functions. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions. Conic Sections and Nonlinear Systems of Equations. Sequences, Series, and the Binomial Theorem. For anyone interested in introductory and intermediate algebra and for the combined introductory and intermediate algebra.

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This text covers traditional material and integrates it into the whole spectrum of learning. It contains a vast collection of historical references, interdisciplinary applications, enrichment essays, thought-provoking exercises, and well- written word problems.

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This book provides comprehensive coverage of Intermediate Algebra plus coverage of polynomial and rational functions, sequences, probability and mathematical induction to prepare readers/students for college algebra, precalculus and other “service” math courses. The material is presented in an interesting and inviting format that utilizes “real world” data and encourages modeling, critical thinking and problem solving.

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