Algebra and Trigonometry

The Eighth Edition of this highly dependable book retains its best features–accuracy, precision, depth, and abundant exercise sets–while substantially updating its content and pedagogy. Striving to teach mathematics as a way of life, Sullivan provides understandable, realistic applications that are consistent with the abilities of most readers. Chapter topics include Graphs; Trigonometric Functions; Exponential and Logarithmic Functions; Analytic Geometry; Analytic Trigonometry; Counting and Probability; and more. For individuals with an interest in learning algebra and trigonometry as it applies to their everyday lives. Booknews New edition of a text that helps the student to master the terminology and basic concepts of algebra and trigonometry. Each of the 13 chapters begins with an Internet Excursion involving a real world problem utilizing the material in the chapter and information found on the Web. Sections begin with a list of objectives to add further focus to important concepts. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.