Manual of Geometry and Conic Sections: With Applications to Trigonometry and Mensuration (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William Guy Peck

9780266610380: Manual of Geometry and Conic Sections: With Applications to Trigonometry and Mensuration (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266610382 ISBN 13: 9780266610380

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Manual of Geometry and Conic Sections: A concise, complete guide for geometry, conic sections, and their applications

This classic reference presents the core ideas of geometry in a compact, accessible format. It introduces fundamental concepts, right from basic definitions of points, lines, planes, and angles, to the generation of lines and surfaces and the classification of geometric magnitudes. The book then travels through plane geometry, then expands to three-dimensional geometry, and culminates with conic sections and introductory trigonometry and mensuration. Clear definitions, standard notation, and orderly progression help students build a solid foundation without unnecessary complexity.

The material is designed to be a practical, self-contained resource for learners who seek a sturdy, compact treatment of geometric principles and their applications. It emphasizes explanation and demonstration, with a focus on how geometry connects to measurements, shapes, and real-world problems in mathematics.

Learn the basic language of geometry: points, lines, planes, angles, and the idea of geometric magnitudes
Explore the generation of lines and surfaces, and the distinction between plane and solid geometry
Delve into conic sections and their properties, with practical trigonometric connections
Build skills in mensuration and measurement as applied to geometry

Ideal for students beginning geometry, teachers preparing concise course materials, or readers seeking a compact reference to the essentials of geometric thinking and its applications.

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