Intermediate Algebra (with CD-ROM, BCA/iLrn Tutorial, and InfoTrac) [Hardcover]

Jerome E. Kaufmann (Author), Karen L. Schwitters (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0534400507 | ISBN-13: 978-0534400507 | Publication Date: July 8, 2003 | Edition: 7

Kaufmann/Schwitters built its reputation on clear and concise exposition, numerous examples, and plentiful problem sets. This no-frills text consistently reinforces the following common thread: learn a skill; use the skill to help solve equations; and then use the equations to solve application problems. This simple, straightforward approach has helped many students grasp and apply fundamental problem solving skills necessary for future mathematics courses.

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"The quantity and quality of problems is excellent! There is also a nice range of problems that include basic, straightforward applications; as well as challenging problems that require students to synthesize ideas from several sections. I like the Kaufmann/Schwitters text so much that I've not even looked at another text lately."

"This textbook is one of the most pedagogically sound texts I have seen. The ordering of topics is logical and sequential, which was one of the biggest draws for our department in the selection of the text." --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Jerome E. Kaufmann received his Ed.D. in Mathematics Education from the University of Virginia. Now a retired Professor of Mathematics from Western Illinois University, he has more than 30 years of teaching experience at the high school, two-year, and four-year college levels. He is the author of 45 college mathematics textbooks.

Karen L. Schwitters graduated from the University of Wisconsin, with a B.S. in Mathematics. She earned an M.S. Ed. in Professional Secondary Education, from Northern Illinois University. Schwitters is currently teaching at Seminole Community College in Sanford, Florida, where she is very active in multimedia instruction and is involved in planning distance learning courses with multimedia materials. In 1998, she received the Innovative Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Technology Award.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 704 pages
• Publisher: Brooks Cole; 7 edition (July 8, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0534400507
• ISBN-13: 978-0534400507
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 8.1 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,310,814 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Money Saver, July 3, 2008

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The text book was in mint condition and shipped very quickly. The difference in price with used versus new was $100 plus dollars. What a Deal.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great basic college algebra textbook, February 24, 1999

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This review is from: Intermediate Algebra (Hardcover)

This book offers everything a college algebra textbook should offer. Very well written and concise explanations. Highly recommended.

1.0 out of 5 stars Rip-off, July 24, 2011

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