Essentials of College Algebra with Modeling and Visualization
Author: Gary Rockswold (Author)
Edition: 4th
Language: English
Publisher: Pearson
Dimensions: 8.7 x 1.3 x 10.9 inches
ISBN-10: 9780321715289
ISBN-13: 978-0321715289
Publication Date: January 12, 2011
Print Length: 768 pages
Description: Gary Rockswold teaches algebra in context, answering the question, “Why am I learning this?” By experiencing math through applications, students see how it fits into their lives and become motivated to succeed. Rockswold’s focus on conceptual understanding helps students make connections between the concepts, enabling them to understand the bigger picture of mathematics and prepare for future courses. This streamlined text covers linear, quadratic, nonlinear, exponential, and logarithmic functions and systems of equations and inequalities, providing a comprehensive foundation in college algebra.
