College Mathematics for Business, Economics, Life Sciences & Social Sciences (11th Edition) [Hardcover]

Raymond A. Barnett (Author), Michael R. Ziegler (Author), Karl E. Byleen (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0131572253 | ISBN-13: 978-0131572256 | Publication Date: April 9, 2007 | Edition: 11

Designed to be accessible, this book develops a thorough, functional understanding of mathematical concepts in preparation for its application in other areas. Concentrates on developing concepts and ideas followed immediately by developing computational skills and problem solving.   Features a collection of important topics from mathematics of finance, algebra, linear programming, probability, and descriptive statistics, with an emphasis on cross-discipline principles and practices. For the professional who wants to acquire essential mathematical tools for application in business, economics, and the life and social sciences.

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About the Author

Raymond A. Barnett, a native of California, received his B.A. in mathematical statistics from the University of California at Berkeley and his M.A. in mathematics from the University of Southern California.  He has been a member of the Merritt College Mathematics Department, and was chairman of the department for four years. Raymond Barnett has authored or co-authored eighteen textbooks in mathematics, most of which are still in use.  In addition to international English editions, a number of books have been translated into Spanish.  Co-authors include Michael Ziegler, Marquette University; Thomas Kearns, Northern University; Charles Burke, City College of San Francisco; John Fuji, Merritt College; and Karl Byleen, Marquette University.

 

Michael R. Ziegler received his B.S. from Shippensburg StateCollege and his M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of Delaware.  After completing post doctoral work at the University of Kentucky, he was appointed to the faculty of Marquette University where he currently holds the rank of Professor in the Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science.  Dr. Ziegler has published over a dozen research articles in complex analysis and has co-authored eleven undergraduate mathematics textbooks with Raymond A. Barnett, and more recently, Karl E. Byleen.

 

Karl E. Byleen received the B.S., M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in mathematics from the University of Nebraska.  He is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science of Marquette University.  He has published a dozen research articles on the algebraic theory of semigroups.

 

Why We wrote This Book:

This text is written for student comprehension. Great care has been taken to write a book that is mathematically correct and accessible.  We emphasize computational skills, ideas, and problem solving rather than mathematical theory.  Most derivations and proofs are omitted except where their inclusion adds significant insight into a particular concept.  General concepts and results are usually presented only after particular cases have been discussed.  Graphing calculators and computers are playing an increasing role in mathematics education and in real-world applications of mathematics.  This books deals with the mathematics that is required to use modern technology effectively as an OPTIONAL feature.  In appropriate places in the text, there are clearly identified examples and exercises related to graphing calculators and computers, illustrations of applications of spreadsheets, and sample computer output. All of these may be omitted without loss of continuity.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1088 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 11 edition (April 9, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0131572253
• ISBN-13: 978-0131572256
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
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This review is from: College Mathematics for Business, Economics, Life Sciences and Social Sciences (12th Edition) (Barnett) (Hardcover)

I have been putting off taking this class for four years. I think it was because I never had a good math text book before. The examples in this book are really easy to understand and the exercises are really helpful for studying. If your a professor reading this review I can say for sure that this is the best math textbook that I have ever had.

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This review is from: College Mathematics for Business, Economics, Life Sciences and Social Sciences (12th Edition) (Barnett) (Hardcover)

The book came in great condition and I've had no problems with it. The sample problems are great. The chapters may be a bit difficult to understand at first, but you've got to start from the right place. Try doing them with a partner. Thank you for the wonderful product!

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome amount of information!, July 24, 2011

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This review is from: College Mathematics for Business, Economics, Life Sciences and Social Sciences (12th Edition) (Barnett) (Hardcover)

This book has a ton of great example problems which help clarify what the prof may be talking about. Buy it, you won't regret it!