This text places mathematics into a real-world setting. Concepts are developed through the "Rule of Four - Numeric, Analytic, Graphic, and Verbal". Graphing utilities are integrated as a tool while the focus is on the mathematics. Emphasizing problem-solving skills, this book introduces new concepts in the context of physical situations to illustrate how algebra can solve them. It provides analytical, graphical, and numerical approaches to major topics, and includes the use of Polya problem-solving strategies. By frequently identifying Polya strategies used in the exposition, the book offers readers a number of examples of how each stragey can be used effectively. The use of graphing calculators is incorporated where appropriate, as well as discussions of the advantages and limitations of technology.

College Algebra: A View of the World Around Us

Science & Math

Wells, David

Tilson, Lynn

Schmitt, Lynn

Mathematics

Pearson College Div

<p>A text designed to precede a reform or traditional calculus course, featuring a dynamic approach to functions, use of the George Polya problem-solving process, and presentation of concepts numerically, analytically, and graphically. Real physical problems are presented in Mathematical Looking Glass sections on subjects meant to spark student interest, such as the angular velocity of a carnival ride, trigonometry and Halley's comet, and the cooling of dead bodies. Includes worked examples, exercises, chapter review questions, and a basic algebra reference. Exercises ask students to present physical situations as equations or graphs, interpret tables and graphs, and communicate mathematical ideas in writing. Students are encouraged to make their own decisions on whether to use a graphing calculator for a particular problem, and they are aided by an appendix of tips for graphing functions. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.</p>

Precalculus: A View of the World Around Us

PRENTICE/HALL

A connection between abstract mathematical concepts and the real world settings is emphasized in this book. It provides analytical, graphical, numerical, and verbal approaches to major topics and includes regular use of graphing utilities where appropriate as well as discussions of the advantages and limitations of technology.

Algebra and Trigonometry: A View of the World Around Us

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