Beginning and Intermediate Algebra with Applications & Visualization, 4th edition

Published by Pearson (January 1, 2017) © 2018

  • Gary K. Rockswold Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Terry A. Krieger Rochester Community and Technical College
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For courses in Prealgebra & Beginning Algebra.


The Rockswold/Krieger algebra series fosters conceptual understanding by developing concepts in context through the use of applications, multiple representations, and visualisation. By seeing the concept in context before being given the the mathematical abstraction, students make math part of their own experiences instead of just memorising techniques. The authors believe this approach deepens conceptual understanding and better prepares students for future math courses and life.


The new edition continues to bring concepts to life with even more opportunities for students to visualise the math in real-world contexts-–and so, learn key critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

  • 1. Introduction to Algebra
  • 2. Linear Equations and Inequalities
  • 3. Graphing Equations
  • 4. Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables
  • 5. Polynomials and Exponents
  • 6. Factoring Polynomials and Solving Equations
  • 7. Rational Expressions
  • 8. Introduction to Functions
  • 9. Systems of Linear Equations
  • 10. Radical Expressions and Functions
  • 11. Quadratic Functions and Equations
  • 12. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
  • 13. Conic Sections
  • 14. Sequences and Series
  • Appendix A. Using the Graphing Calculator
  • Appendix B. Sets
  • Appendix C. Linear Programming
  • Appendix D. Synthetic Division

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