Elementary Linear Algebra (Wiley International Edition) - Hardcover

Howard Anton

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0471805343 ISBN 13: 9780471805342

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Synopsis

The best-selling linear algebra text since 1973, Anton offers explanations and examples that are detailed and easy to understand. New organisation of the book allows instructors to teach core topics in a one quarter or one semester course. In addition, the section on linear transformations has now been extensively revised to include the concepts of composition and invertibility, and the parallels between properties of linear transformations and the corresponding properties of their matrix representatives are established.

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From the Back Cover

Elementary Linear Algebra, 2/e — Lawrence Spence, Arnold Insel, and Stephen Friedberg

 

Embracing the recommendations of the Linear Algebra Curriculum Study Group, the authors have written a text that students will find both accessible and enlightening.  Written for a matrix-oriented course, students from a variety of disciplines can expect a greater understanding of the concepts of linear algebra. 

Starting with matrices, vectors, and systems of linear equations, the authors move towards more advanced material, including linear independence, subspaces, and bases.  The authors also encourage the use of technology, either computer software (MATLAB) or super-calculators, freeing students from tedious computations so they are better able to focus on the conceptual understanding of linear algebra. 

Lastly, students will find a variety of applications to engage their interest, demonstrated via economics, traffic flow, anthropology, Google searches, computer graphics, or music to name a few. By leveraging technology and incorporating engaging examples and numerous practice problems and exercises, this text best serves the needs of students attempting to master linear algebra. 

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0471805343
• ISBN 13: 9780471805342
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2