Blitzer Introductory Algebra for College Students, 5th Edition - Hardcover

Blitzer, Robert F.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0132356791 ISBN 13: 9780132356794

Publisher: Pearson, 2008

Synopsis

The Blitzer Algebra Series combines mathematical accuracy with an engaging, friendly, and often fun presentation for maximum student appeal. Blitzer’s personality shows in his writing, as he draws students into the material through relevant and thought-provoking applications. Every Blitzer page is interesting and relevant, ensuring that students will actually use their textbook to achieve success!

About this title

From the Publisher:

This superb new text has three fundamental goals: to give students a strong foundation in basic algebra skills; to develop students' problem- solving and critical thinking skills within a varied and interesting setting; and to demonstrate algebra's utility solving problems in all walks of life.

From the Back Cover:

A 4-color hardback book w/complete text-specific instructor and student print/enhanced media supplement package. AMATYC/NCTM Standards of Content and Pedagogy integrated in current, researched, real-world Applications, Technology Boxes, Discover For Yourself Boxes and extensively revised Exercise Sets. Early introduction and heavy emphasis on modeling demonstrates and utilizes the concepts of introductory algebra to help students solve problems as well as develop critical thinking skills. One-page Chapter Projects (which may be assigned as collaborative projects or extended applications) conclude each chapter and include references to related Web sites for further student exploration. The influence of mathematics in fine art and their relationships are explored in applications and chapter openers to help students visualize mathematical concepts and recognize the beauty in math.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0132356791
• ISBN 13: 9780132356794
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 752