Algebra and Trigonometry: A View of the World Aroung Us : Student Activity Manual

This text places mathematics into a real-world setting. Provides analytical, graphical, numerical, and verbal approaches to all major topics. Establishes a connection between abstract mathematical concepts and the physical world through sections titled Mathematical Looking Glasses. Foreshadows important calculus concepts linear approximations, average rate of change, parametric equations, and implicit functions. Incorporates the use of graphing utilities where appropriate as well as discussions of the advantages and limitations of technology.