Precalculus. Este artículo no está disponible.Precalculus

This text is designed to help students make the transition into calculus. The goals are to present a solid foundation in algebra and trigonometry and their applications to authentic real-world problems, as well as to enable the development of problem-solving skills and critical thinking. Blitzer (Miami-Dade Community College) discusses fundamental concepts of algebra; equations, inequalities, and mathematical models; functions and graphs; polynomial and rational, exponential and logarithmic, and trigonometric functions; analytic trigonometry and additional topics; systems of equations and inequalities; matrices and determinants; conic sections and analytic geometry; sequences, induction, and probability; and introduction to calculus. Objectives in each chapter appear in boxed sections, with a color illustration. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Exceptionally accessible and user-friendly, this introduction to precalculus features an abundance of interesting real-world applications that relate to readers' everyday lives. Filled with scenarios, examples, study tips, exercises, etc., it takes the intimidation out of learning precalculus, and gets readers up to speed quickly and painlessly. Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts of Algebra. Equations, Inequalities, and Mathematical Models. Functions and Graphs. Polynomial and Rational Functions. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions. Trigonometric Functions. Analytic Trigonometry. Additional Topics in Trigonometry. Systems of Equations and Inequalities. Matrices and Determinants. Conic Sections. Sequences, Induction, and Probability. For anyone wanting a user-friendly introduction to precalculus.