Thinking Mathematically [Hardcover]

Robert F. Blitzer (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0131432435 | ISBN-13: 978-0131432437 | Publication Date: February 17, 2004 | Edition: 3rd

Bob Blitzer's books are known for their well-conceived, relevant applications and meticulously annotated examples. This book gives readers the skill-building, practice, applications, and technology needed to foster an appreciation of mathematics. Maintains Blitzer's exceptional writing style that helps readers relate to and grasp the material. Contains new, innovative applications such as “Mammography Screening,” “Political Ideology of U.S. College Freshmen,” and “Nature's Life Cycles and Prime Numbers.” Includes new exercises and more Study Tip Boxes throughout. A handy reference for anyone needing to brush up on their mathematics skills.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 928 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 3rd edition (February 17, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0131432435
• ISBN-13: 978-0131432437
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.9 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #462,233 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is truly outstanding....., April 14, 2005

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Outstanding "Carl" (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Thinking Mathematically (Hardcover)

As an upper level high school mathematics teacher, I have to say that Blitzer's text "Thinking Mathematically" is truly an outstanding book! - for both the student and the teacher. He explains concepts in an extraordinarly thorough and direct way, with a lot of great worked out examples and terrific exercise sets that increase student knowledge and insight regarding the concepts and computations. Having used both this book and Blitzer's other PreCalculus text, I can honestly say that his books for the secondary market put most of the other books out there to shame - there's really just no comparison. If you're a student who really wants to learn math, or a teacher who appreciates great support materials, then you really do have to get this text, as well as Blitzer's other texts, such as "PreCalculus". You won't find a better book out there regarding secondary/college prep math and it's teaching/ applications.

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Using for a class currently..., October 4, 2005

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A. Krofta "phantoms_fury" (Milwaukee, WI United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Thinking Mathematically (Hardcover)

I just purchased this book brand new a few months ago. The only problem is very heavy and bulky to carry around. I appreciate Blitzer's no nonsense writing and by the way no highlighting necessary. All the key points are highlighted and pointed out. He also includes in-text exercises as well. I figure the book was worth my money but at least I understand what is printed. I also appreciate the mention of real-life applications indicated in the exercises and the sectional readings. I am not only reading the sections but appreciating all the bonus essays and definition boxes.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great step by step, July 1, 2006

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carrol cool "Cal" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Thinking Mathematically (Hardcover)

I enjoyed this book, especially since I had a non-fluent English speaking professor we all looked into our books and read the complete, easy, and understanding chapters. this is one of the best math books I have ever had in my education experience.