Introduction to Analytic Geometry (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Percey Franklyn Smith

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331504308 ISBN 13: 9780331504309

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master analytic geometry with clear explanations of spheres, cylinders, cones, and other central shapes for solid problem-solving in minutes a day.

This guide introduces surfaces, curves, and equations with practical, worked examples and step-by-step solutions. It covers central and non-central quadrics, planes, and families of lines, helping readers see how abstract formulas translate into geometric shapes.

• Learn how to identify and classify quadric surfaces such as ellipsoids, hyperboloids, and paraboloids
• See how to work with cylinders and cones, including key loci and intersection methods
• Practice solving problems that involve spheres, lines, and systems of lines through intersections
• Build skill with end-of-chapter problems that reinforce concepts and techniques

Ideal for students studying analytic geometry and anyone needing a reliable, hands-on reference to the subject.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331504308
• ISBN 13: 9780331504309
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 238