Introductory Mathematics

Best-selling author Nigel Cook's new fourth edition of "Introductory Mathematics" is a complete "prep-math" book. Clear and easy-to-understand, this book employs an integrated approach, reinforcing all math topics to show the value of math as a tool, enabling readers to retain all information. Beginning with fractions and decimal numbers and proceeding on to build a solid foundation in exponents, the metric system, algebra, trigonometry, logarithms, graphs, and binary math, this easy-to-understand book will give readers the math skills needed for their careers. A valuable reference book for those in the technical trades, including electricians, automotive mechanics, printing employees, landscapers, surveyors, machinists, carpenters, food service employees, manufacturers, welders, plumbers, masons, drafters, and more.

The 4th edition of best-selling author Nigel Cook's "Introductory Mathematics" is a complete "prep math" text for technology students. Beginning with fractions and decimal numbers and proceeding on to build a solid foundation in exponents, the metric system, algebra, trigonometry, logarithms, graphs, and binary math, this easy-to-understand text will give students the math skills needed for career training. After 16 textbooks, 26 editions, and 20 years of front-line education experience, Nigel Cook knows how to make mathematics easily accessible, fully preparing students for success in their technical careers.

Outline: Assuming no prior understanding, this text begins at the very beginning and then establishes a solid foundation in mathematics for all areas of technical career training.

• Fractions
• Decimal Numbers
• Positive and Negative Numbers
• Exponents and the Metric System
• Algebra, Equations, and Formulas
• Geometry and Trigonometry
• Logarithms and Graphs
• Computer Math

Features: A unique set of features in this book fosters understanding and promotes an active involvement in the learning process.

New: Geometry chapter
New: Computer math chapter
New: Double the math applications

• Conversational writing style
• Visually descriptive layout
• Humanistic vignettes
• Integrated math applications
• Worked-out examples
• Section self-test evaluation points
• Calculator sequence examples
• Extensive end-of-chapter problems
• Margin term definitions

Integrated Math Applications: Employing an "integrated math applications" approach, this text reinforces all math topics with extensive applications to show the student the value of math as a tool, and therefore, if the need is instantly demonstrated, the tool is retained.

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