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Mathematics for the Trades: A Guided Approach (9th Edition) (Ninth edition) - Softcover

Robert A. Carman; Hal M. Saunders

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9780136097082: Mathematics for the Trades: A Guided Approach (9th Edition) (Ninth edition)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0136097081 ISBN 13: 9780136097082
Publisher: Prentice Hall, 2010

Synopsis

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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From the Publisher

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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This book 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.Chapter content includes arithmetic of whole numbers, fractions, decimal numbers, measurement, basic algebra, practical plane 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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Publisher
Prentice Hall
Publication date
2010
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0136097081
ISBN 13 
9780136097082
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
864
Rating
  • 3.47 out of 5 stars
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