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This text aims to provide a foundation in algebra and to help students develop problem-solving skills. An attempt has been made to maintain student interest with real-life examples and problem-solving strategies, and with applications from varied fields such as agriculture, construction, government, and music. Learning features include practice problems, margin concept checks, calculator and graphing calculator exercises, chapter reviews, pretests and tests, and exercise sets. This second edition offers increased integration of geometry concepts, plus study skill boxes. The author teaches at the University of New Orleans. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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The engaging Martin-Gay workbook series presents a user-friendly approach to the concepts of basic math and algebra, giving readers ample opportunity to practice skills and see how those skills relate to both their lives and the real world. The goals of the workbooks are to build confidence, increase motivation, and encourage mastery of basic skills and concepts. Martin-Gay enhances users' perception of math by exposing them to real-life situations through graphs and applications; and ensures that readers have an organized, integrated learning system at their fingertips. The integrated learning resources program features book-specific supplements including Martin-Gay's acclaimed tutorial videotapes, CD videos, and MathPro 5. This book includes key topics in algebra such as linear equations and inequalities, systems of equations, polynomial functions and equations, quadratic functions and equations, exponential functions and equations, logarithmic functions an equations, and rational and radical expressions. For professionals who wish to brush up on their algebra skills.
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