Explorations in College Algebra - Softcover

Kime, Linda Almgren; Clark, Judith

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0471371947 ISBN 13: 9780471371946

Publisher: Wiley, 2000

Synopsis

This work and its accompanying ancillaries are designed to make algebra interesting and relevant to the student. The text adopts a problem-solving approach, where abstract ideas are motivated by real-world problems. The problems lie on a continuum from practising algebraic skills to open-ended, non-routine questions. The focus is shifted from learning a set of discrete mathematical rules to exploring how algebra is used in the social, physical, and life sciences. The aim of this work is to adequately prepare students for future advanced mathematics or other quantitative-based courses. Equally important, students will hopefully come to appreciate and use the power of algebra in answering questions about the world around us.

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From the Publisher

An exciting and thoughtful introduction to college-level mathematics designed to spark student interaction and build confidence and problem-solving skills. Links the application of algebra to the social, physical and life sciences in an innovative exploratory approach that includes use of graphs, tables and other multiple representations. Includes a wealth of helpful exercises and group assignments. Material can be taught using a computer and a graphing calculator.

Review

Interactive Software, Data Files, Instructor's Manual, Instructor's Solution Manual and Student's Solution Manual available. -- The publisher, John Wiley & Sons

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0471371947
• ISBN 13: 9780471371946
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 624