Basic College Mathematics (7th Edition) [Paperback]

Margaret L. Lial (Author), Stanley A. Salzman (Author), Diana L. Hestwood (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0321257804 | ISBN-13: 978-0321257802 | Publication Date: December 26, 2004 | Edition: 7

Lial/Salzman/Hestwood’s Basic Mathematics, 7e, gives students the necessary tools to succeed in their current math courses, preparing them for future math courses and the rest of their lives. The Lial team creates a pattern for success by emphasizing problem-solving skills, vocabulary comprehension, real-world applications, and strong exercise sets. In keeping with its proven track record, this revision includes an effective new design, many new exercises and applications, and increased Summary Exercises to enhance comprehension and challenge students’ knowledge of the subject matter.

 

Whole Numbers; Multiplying and Dividing Fractions; Adding and Subtracting Fractions; Decimals; Ratio and Proportion; Percent; Measurement; Geometry; Basic Algebra; Statistics

 

For all readers interested in basic mathematics.

Product Details

• Paperback: 848 pages
• Publisher: Addison Wesley; 7 edition (December 26, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0321257804
• ISBN-13: 978-0321257802
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.5 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #123,199 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I hate math but I love this book!, November 28, 2005

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bacardistuff "bacardistuff" (Dayton, Ohio) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Basic College Mathematics (7th Edition) (Paperback)

at the ripe old age of 45, I had to retake math and for somebody whose math skills aren't above fourth grade, I dreaded the idea. This book made things easy for me. The only reason I do not give it 5 stars is that the algebra section was severely lacking but one math book cannot cover everything. I even used this book in my allied health math class and that book for that class STANK. I resorted back to this book many times as a refresher. My professor for the allied health math class would explain a long, drawn-out version of how to find an answer and a simple shortcut was supplied in this book. I would have the answer before the professor was even half way done with HIS method! I can't imagine ever giving up this book.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Basic College Mathematics 7th ed, November 7, 2010

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I am a homeschool mom to a 13 yr old dd who is not very self-motivated when it comes to math. We have tried two pre-algebra courses made for the homeschool environment, however; either she didn't care for the format or I couldn't sit through every single lesson explaining it since their explanations were too wordy and I, who was an A student in math, couldn't undestand it.After much researching,I found this AWESOME book which explains in examples, not just words, the steps to solve the particular math lesson. There are 10 chapters with about 6 to 10 sections each, covering basic addition through basic algebra and statistics; at the end of each chapter there is a summary review and test. I will definitely continue using this series by Margaret Lial through high school.One more thing, if you get this book used, you will save a bundle over the homeschooling editions which cost up to $185.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome resource, July 19, 2010

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This review is from: Basic College Mathematics (7th Edition) (Paperback)

I used the 5th edition of this text in my homeschool resource with my daughters, then gave it to my 12 year old gifted niece to use before she took the SAT early. It helped her greatly. I now am tutoring a young man who needs math help to get his GED, and knew this was the book I needed to help him. Loads of practice, and detailed explanations in bite sized chunks that do not overwhelm. Having many of the answers make it a great book to use for practice and self-study, as well.