Intermediate Algebra (Available Titles CengageNOW)
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ISBN: 0534493947 / Publisher: Brooks Cole, March 2005
In this intermediate algebra textbook, Tussy (Citrus College) and Gustafson (Rock Valley College) use a five-step problem-solving strategy that teaches students to analyze a problem, form an equation, solve the equation, state the conclusion, and check the result in order to clarify the thought process and mathematical skills needed for the subject. After a review of basic algebra, chapters cover graphs, equations of lines, and functions; systems of equations; inequalities; exponents, polynomials, and polynomial functions; rational expressions, equations, and functions; radical expressions, equations, and functions; quadratic equations, functions, and inequalities; exponential and logarithmic functions; and conic sections. The CD-ROM contains interactive video instruction. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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The fundamental goal in Tussy and Gustafson's INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA, Third Edition is to teach students to read, write, and think about mathematics through building a conceptual foundation in the language of mathematics. The book blends instructional approaches that include vocabulary, practice, and well-defined pedagogy, along with an emphasis on reasoning, modeling, communication, and technology skills to develop students' fluency in the "language of algebra". Tussy and Gustafson understand the challenges of teaching developmental students and this book reflects a holistic approach to teaching mathematics that includes developing study skills, problem solving and critical thinking alongside mathematical concepts. New features in this edition include a pretest for students to gauge their understanding of prerequisite concepts, problems that make correlations between student life and the mathematical concepts and study skills information designed to give students the best chance to succeed in the course. Additionally, the texts widely acclaimed Study Sets at the end of every section are tailored to improve students' ability to read, write and communicate mathematical ideas.
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