College Algebra

Book Details:
Author: Robert Blitzer
Edition: 7th Edition
Publisher: Pearson
ISBN-10: 9780134469164
ISBN-13: 978-0134469164
Publication Date: January 1, 2017

Bob Blitzer continues to inspire students with his engaging approach to mathematics, making this series a leading choice for College Algebra courses. Drawing on a unique background in both mathematics and behavioral science, Blitzer presents a wide range of vivid, real-life applications. Students of all majors stay engaged through the use of pop-culture and up-to-date references that connect mathematical concepts to their daily lives, demonstrating that the world is profoundly mathematical.

In this edition, Blitzer elevates student engagement by incorporating applications from diverse fields and topics specifically relevant to the college experience, such as student loan debt, grade inflation, and sleep patterns. The text is designed to help more students succeed by providing just-in-time support, including Brief Review sections for prerequisite topics, Achieving Success boxes, and Retain the Concepts exercises. By bridging the gap between abstract theory and entertaining, practical examples, this book helps students master algebra while visualizing its importance in the modern world.