Understanding intermediate algebra: A course for college students

Hirsch, Lewis

ISBN 10: 0314931899 / ISBN 13: 9780314931894

Published by West Pub. Co, 1986

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Understanding intermediate algebra: A course for college students
• Publisher: West Pub. Co
• Publication Date: 1986
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0314931899
• ISBN 13: 9780314931894
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Helping students grasp the "why" of algebra through patient explanations, Hirsch and Goodman gradually build students' confidence without sacrificing rigor. To help students move beyond the "how" of algebra (computational proficiency) to the "why" (conceptual understanding), the authors introduce topics at an elementary level and return to them at increasing levels of complexity. Their gradual introduction of concepts, rules, and definitions through a wealth of illustrative examples - both numerical and algebraic-helps students compare and contrast related ideas and understand the sometimes subtle distinctions among a variety of situations. This author team carefully prepares students to succeed in higher level mathematics.

About the Author

Dr. Arthur Goodman (Ph.D., Yeshiva University) currently teaches in the mathematics department at Queens College of the City University of New York. Dr. Goodman takes great pride in the mathematical accuracy and in depth explanation in all of his textbooks.

Lewis Hirsch (Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University) currently teaches in the mathematics department at Rutgers University. Both are very successful developmental mathematics authors.