Algebra and Trigonometry, Second Edition (Hardcover)

~ Robert F. Blitzer (Author)

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This book presents the traditional content of Precalculus in a manner that answers the age-old question of “When will I ever use this?” Highlighting truly relevant applications, this book presents the material in an easy to teach from/easy to learn from approach. KEY TOPICS Chapter topics include equations, inequalities, and mathematical models; functions and graphs; polynomial and rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; trigonometric functions; analytic trigonometry; systems of equations and inequalities; conic sections and analytic geometry; and sequences, induction, and probability. For individuals studying Precalculus.

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This book presents the traditional content of Precalculus in a manner that answers the age-old question of “When will I ever use this?” Highlighting truly relevant applications, this book presents the material in an easy to teach from/easy to learn from approach. Chapter topics include equations, inequalities, and mathematical models; functions and graphs; polynomial and rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; trigonometric functions; analytic trigonometry; systems of equations and inequalities; conic sections and analytic geometry; and sequences, induction, and probability. For individuals studying Precalculus.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 1152 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 2 edition (February 5, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0131013599
• ISBN-13: 978-0131013599
• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 8.2 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #218,944 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Book... Is Fantastic, August 18, 2005

By	C. Simon - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Hopefully the unfortunate people who wrote these reviews do not influence people who might like to read the book itself. I have had some really great experiences with purchasing books here and some not so great however, THIS BOOK IS ONE OF THE BEST FOR UNDERSTANDING COLLEGE LEVEL MATH. I am a big Blitzer fan and I wish I could afford all his books but, I bought this book because my other college textbook was awful.

The problems start off easy and graduate in difficulty. This allows you to learn to handle a new concept before intergating it with techniques you have already mastered. I believe this and the fact that Blitzer explains advanced mathematical techniques in plain english makes this book the best I have ever read concerning this level of mathematics.

I am a mathematics major and found that this book gave me a much better understanding of math.

If only he would write a book on calculus and a dictionary of mathematical notation my life would be a lot easier next term.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Math Textbook, March 4, 2006

By	H. Zyla - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I used this book for an accelerated Algebra/Trig class at the college level. I found this book to be one the best math books I have ever encountered. When examples are given in the text it goes step by step and for most, explanations of what is being done. Other texts that I've used have skipped steps and left you wondering how did they get from A to Z?

I wasn't always able to make it to class, but the examples and explanations did not loose me and I was able to play catch up successfully on my own with this text. I can't say that about any other math text.

I must agree with the other person who wrote a review and said it would sure be nice if Blitzer had a Calculus text (though Larson is a good Calc author). Calculus would have been a breeze with a Blitzer book instead of a stuggle (had to buy a Larson book to supplement by school's Calc book choice).

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book!, June 7, 2006

By	Mature Student (DC metro area) - See all my reviews

This book teaches a real understanding of the concepts, not just memorization or how to enter the data into a calculator. I am returning to college after a 27ish year hiatus, and needless to say, needed some brushing up.

The first text that I attempted to use was given to me by a co-worker and omitted much of the understanding needed to progress.

We, as a nation, need to LEARN again, not memorize, and this book actually teaches!

Bravo!