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Intended for business and social science students, this textbook explains linear algebra and programming, the mathematics of finance, probability, random variables, and Markov systems. The third edition features additional exercises and expanded Excel spreadsheet and graphing calculator instructions. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Stefan Waner and Steven Costenoble's FINITE MATHEMATICS, Third Edition is designed to address the considerable challenge of generating enthusiasm and developing mathematical sophistication in applied mathematics courses offered on many college campuses. The new edition retains its engaging conversational style and focus on real data and real world applications of mathematics--a strategy that has proven to be pedagogically successful. The wealth of applications, the highly effective integrated, yet optional, use of graphing calculators or spreadsheets, and the robust supplemental Web site that has received praise from around the world, make Waner/Costenoble's text an outstanding choice.
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