Mathematics for the Trades: A Guided Approach - Softcover

Robert A. Carman Hal M. Saunders

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9780135664728: Mathematics for the Trades: A Guided Approach

Synopsis

Mathematical skills needed in trade and technical areas, including electronics, auto mechanics, construction, and drafting, are taught in this text/CD-ROM package intended for students with weak math backgrounds and for returning adult students. The text has been designed for readability with a conversational style and a variety of real problems. T

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MATHEMATICS FOR THE TRADES: A GUIDED APPROACH, 9/e focuses on the fundamental concepts of arithmetic, algebra, geometry and trigonometry needed by learners in technical trade programs. A wealth of exercises and applications, coded by trade area, include such trades as machine tool, plumbing, carpentry, electrician, auto mechanic, construction, electronics, metal-working, landscaping, drafting, manufacturing, HVAC, police science, food service, and many other occupational and vocational programs. The authors interviewed trades workers, apprentices, teachers, and training program directors to ensure realistic problems and applications and added over 100 new exercises to this edition. geometry, triangle trigonometry, and advanced algebra. For individuals who will need technical math skills to succeed in a wide variety of trades.

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Takes a practical, hands-on approach by presenting mathematics by showing applications of the material that is relevant to many trade vocations.

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