Master Math: Trigonometry (Master Math Series) [Paperback]

Debra Anne Ross (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1598639854 | ISBN-13: 978-1598639858 | Publication Date: May 26, 2009 | Edition: 2

Get ready to master the fundamentals of trigonometry! Master Math: Trigonometry is a comprehensive reference guide that explains and clarifies the principles of trigonometry in a simple, easy-to-follow style and format. Beginning with the most basic fundamental topics, including a review of basic geometry, and progressing through to the more advanced topics, the book helps clarify trigonometry using step-by-step procedures and solutions, along with examples and applications. A complete table of contents and a comprehensive index enable you to quickly find specific topics, and the approachable style and format facilitate an understanding of what can be intimidating and tricky skills. Perfect for both students who need some extra help or rusty professionals who want to brush up, Master Math: Trigonometry will help you master everything from identities and circular functions to solving triangles and trigonometric equations.

Editorial Reviews

Review

...a comprehensive review of trigonometry with interesting examples of the application of trigonometry to real world problems... -- Cyndy Lakowske, M.S., Chemical Engineering, Stanford University

...easy-to-use, informative reference for beginning students or rusty professionals. Particularly effective presentation of topics in conjunction with applications... -- Melanie McNeil, Professor of Chemical Engineering, San Jose State University

One of the most extensive treatments of fundamental trigonometry skills available--user-friendly and definitely a must for learning trigonometry... -- Channing Robertson, Ruth G. and William K. Bowes Professor in the School of Engineering, Stanford University --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Debra Anne Ross has a double BA in Chemistry and Biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and an MS in Chemical Engineering from Stanford University. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 420 pages
• Publisher: Course Technology PTR; 2 edition (May 26, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1598639854
• ISBN-13: 978-1598639858
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #60,479 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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46 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent trig book, February 23, 2008

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Ms. Upnorth (Fairbanks, Alaska) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Master Math: Trigonometry (Paperback)

I bought this book and Trignometry for Dummies to help me prepare for my first trig exam in college. My professor is good, but his explanations aren't always clear and I really needed something to bridge the gap. This book does an excellent job of explaining not only HOW to do things, but WHY. It's even better than the textbook I was required to buy for the class. As for the other book, Trig for Dummies, it's just doesn't hold a candle to this one.

28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Trigonometry Presentation!, November 20, 2007

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Happy Camper - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Master Math: Trigonometry (Paperback)

This is the best book out there on learning trigonometry. I especially appreciate the visually oriented focus. Each concept is described in all its forms, such as sine. Do you know each of the different ways sine can be described? Like the other Master Math books by Ross, the topics flow logically and are in context with what precedes and follows. It is thorough yet concise, and packed full of everything you, as tutor, or your kids need to know. The real world and fun applications are wonderful! The information is explained clearly and in a way that makes sense, so that a given concept is explained in such a way you understand what is being discussed rather than just memorizing formulas. What a breath of fresh air after the often-confusing text books I was and my children are given in school. I really feel I understand trigonometry after reading this book! If I were going back to school, and taking math or science, this book would be in my backpack. Also recommend: Master Math: Geometry. Master Math: Algebra. Master Math: Basic Math and Pre-Algebra. Also loved her novel: ARROWS THROUGH TIME: A Time Travel Tale of Adventure, Courage, and Faith

20 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For those who've had the math before, but want to brush up, January 10, 2003

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Master Math: Trigonometry (Paperback)

Students, teachers and parents alike will appreciate the application-oriented focus of this book, which reviews basic geometry and trigonometric functions and pairs explanations of these basics with practical applications. This adds new life and depth to the process of review for those who've had the math before, but want to brush up.