Intermediate Algebra - Mark Dugopolski - 1991 - Hardcover - Addison-wesley Publishing Company

Intertmediate Algebra - understand, enjoy, and gain confidence in your ability to use mathematics

This text is designed for a one term course in intermediate algebra, with an emphasis on the basics in the textual material as well as in the exercises. Although a complete development for each topic is provided, it is assumed that the student has had some prior training in algebra. (The text Elementary Algebra in this series is available for students with no prior experience in algebra.) The unifying theme of this text is first the development of the skills necessary for solving equations arid inequalities and then application of those skills to solving applied problems.

The primary goal in writing this book was to write one that students can read, understand, and enjoy, while gaining confidence in their ability to use mathematics. Toward this end, I have endeavored to design a comprehensive, yet flexible, presentation of intermediate algebra that will satisfy the individual needs of instructors and a variety of students. I have taken what I refer to as a "common-ground" approach. Whenever possible, the text reminds students of ideas they are already familiar with and then builds on those ideas. This approach allows the instructor to meet the students on a common ground, before advancing to a new level.

Contents
01. Basics
02. Linear Equations and Inequalities
03. Exponents and Polynomials
04. Rational Expressions
05. Rational Exponents and Radicals
06. Quadratic Equasions and Inequalities
07. Linear Equasions in Two variables
08. Functions
09. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
10. Systems of Equations
11.Conic Sections
12.Sequences and Series
Appendix A Tables of Squares and Square Roots
Appendix B Common Logorithms
Answers to Selected Exercises
Index
Front Endpaper