Precalculus: Graphical, Numerical, Algebraic (8th Edition)
- Length: 984 pages
- Edition: 8
- Language: English
- Publisher: Pearson
- Publication Date: 2010-08-01
- ISBN-10: 0321656938
- ISBN-13: 9780321656933
- Sales Rank: #259910 (See Top 100 Books)
In Precalculus, the authors encourage graphical, numerical, and algebraic modeling of functions as well as a focus on problem solving, conceptual understanding, and facility with technology. They have created a book that is designed for instructors and written for students making this the most effective precalculus text available today.
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 Functions and Graphs
CHAPTER 2 Polynomial, Power, and Rational Functions
CHAPTER 3 Exponential, Logistic, and Logarithmic Functions
CHAPTER 4 Trigonometric Functions
CHAPTER 5 Analytic Trigonometry
CHAPTER 6 Applications of Trigonometry
CHAPTER 7 Systems and Matrices
CHAPTER 8 Analytic Geometry in Two and Three Dimensions
CHAPTER 9 Discrete Mathematics
CHAPTER 10 An Introduction to Calculus: Limits, Derivatives, and Integrals
APPENDIX A Algebra Review
APPENDIX B Key Formulas
APPENDIX C Logic