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Polynomials, functions, and trig, oh my!

From the author of two bestselling Complete Idiot’s Guides‚ comes a book aimed at high school and college students who need course help or a brush-up. It follows a standard precalculus curriculum, includes sample problems, and will help students make sense of their textbooks. Difficult topics, such as quadratic equations, logarithms, graphing trig functions, and matrix operations are presented with W. Michael Kelley’s signature wit and wisdom.

• College enrollment is projected to increase 23% between 2000 and 2013

• According to figures released by ACT Inc., nearly 75% of all college-bound students take precalculus or calculus in high school

• Author is an award-winning math teacher recognized for his ability to make intimidating math topics approachable for even the most terrified students



About the Author

W. Michael Kelley is an award-winning teacher and the author of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Calculus and The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Algebra. The Maryland Council of Teachers of Mathematics recognized him as an Outstanding High School Mathematics Teacher and his students have named him "Most Popular Teacher" for four years. After he took over the Advanced Placement Calculus program, enrollment increased by 350% and the number of students receiving college credit by passing the Calculus AP test increased by 1,200%.

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  • Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Alpha (June 7, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1592573010
  • ISBN-13: 978-1592573011
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.3 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #25,537 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Better than Valium . . ., December 11, 2005
By Chuck Peters (Scottsdale, AZ USA) - See all my reviews
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Precalculus is an excellent book for readers who want to venture into the Land of Calculus, but fear they have neither the skill nor the "mathematical mind" to do so. At the end of this journey, you'll feel calm, confident and ready to do battle with "The Calculus." Highly recommended to math-phobes everywhere!
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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Complete Idiot's Guide to Precalculus, March 3, 2007
This book is worth its weight in gold. However, it is not a substitute for a complete textbook. Mr. Kelley has a gift. He makes algebra and trigonometry easy to understand. My students rave about The Complete Idiot's Guide to Precalculus. Regardless of your ability level this book will significantly increase your insight and understanding. Many teachers can do precalculus. There are not a lot of teachers who are good at explaining precalculus. W Michael Kelley is great. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Precalculus is so good I felt compelled to write this review. You will cherish the book.
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22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Calculus is fun, September 20, 2005
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Like every book so far from Michael Kelly, it's fun to read.
The "you've got problems" sections are very good and pushes you to actually be very involved in the subject in stead of just read the book. It's gives you the right feedback if you did understand the topic. Much more than some questions at the end of a chapter.
Highly recommended!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Will This book Show You Enough for Pre-Cal?
First off let me invite you to recognize that different schools teach different parts of the mathematical spectrum for this course. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great guide to Pre-Calculus!
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4.0 out of 5 stars nice supplement
Very helpful in giving additional examples to students in pre-calculus. Examples are easy to understand.
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4.0 out of 5 stars easily understood
The author accomplishes what he sets out to do,to make precalculus easily understandable. The humerous tone of the book makes for a relaxed atmosphere in which to learn. Read more
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