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Mathematics in Action: An Introduction to Algebraic, Graphical, and Numerical
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Mathematics in Action: An Introduction to Algebraic, Graphical, and Numerical Problem Solving Paperback - 2007 - 3rd Edition

by Consortium for Foundation Mathematics

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Key Message The second book of a three-part series, An Introduction to Algebraic, Graphical, and Numerical Problem Solving, Third Edition, illustrates how mathematics arises naturally from everyday situations through updated and revised real-life activities and the accompanying practice exercises. Along with the activities and the exercises within the text, MathXL(r) and MyMathLab have been enhanced to create a better overall learning experience for the reader. Technology integrated throughout the text helps readers interpret real-life data algebraically, numerically, symbolically, and graphically. The active style of this book develops readers' mathematical literacy and builds a solid foundation for future study in mathematics and other disciplines.
Key Topics Number Sense; Introduction to Problem Solving with Whole Numbers; Problem Solving with Fractions and Decimals (Rational Numbers); Comparisons and Proportional Reasoning; Problem Solving with Signed Numbers; Variable Sense; Interpreting and Constructing Tables and Graphs; Solving Equations Numerically, Graphically, and Algebraically; Mathematical Modeling and Problem Solving; Function Sense and Linear Functions; Function Sense; Introduction to Linear Functions; Problem Solving with Linear Functions; Systems of Two Linear Equations; An Introduction to Nonlinear Problem Solving; Mathematical Modeling Involving Polynomials; Problem Solving with Quadratic Equations; Other Nonlinear Functions
Market For all readers interested in Algebra.
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Details

  • Title Mathematics in Action: An Introduction to Algebraic, Graphical, and Numerical Problem Solving
  • Author Consortium for Foundation Mathematics
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition number 3rd
  • Edition 3
  • Pages 642
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Addison Wesley Publishing Company, USA
  • Publication date February 5, 2007
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780321444486 / 0321444485
  • Weight 3.22 lbs (1.46 kg)
  • Dimensions 10.81 x 8.48 x 1.02 in (27.46 x 21.54 x 2.59 cm)
  • Category Mathematics
  • Library of Congress subjects Mathematics
  • Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2006051817
  • Dewey Decimal Code 510

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