Intermediate Algebra for College Students, 10th edition

Allen R. Angel
, Dennis Runde

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Intermediate Algebra for College Students makes the math clear, offering superior content written by respected author-educators. Brief sentences and clearly laid-out examples help you develop a true understanding of algebra. A clear, visual presentation provides content in a readable, easy-to-understand format. Examples use color to highlight the variables and important notation to clearly illustrate the solution process. Applications help you make connections between abstract math concepts and the real world. The 10th Edition retains its hallmark clear language while revamping exercise sets and creating innovative resources to give you a comprehensive learning and practice environment. More than any other, the Angel/Runde series of texts fosters the clarity, motivation and understanding needed to master algebra.

ISBN-13: 9780137524105

Subject: Developmental Math

Category: Intermediate Algebra

1. Basic Concepts

1.1 Study Skills for Success in Mathematics, and Using a Calculator
1.2 Sets and Other Basic Concepts
1.3 Properties of and Operations with Real Numbers
1.4 Order of Operations
Mid-Chapter Test: Sections 1.1-1.4
1.5 Exponents
1.6 Scientific Notation

2. Equations and Inequalities

2.1 Solving Linear Equations
2.2 Problem Solving and Using Formulas
2.3 Applications of Algebra
Mid-Chapter Test: Sections 2.1-2.3
2.4 Additional Application Problems
2.5 Solving Linear Inequalities
2.6 Solving Equations and Inequalities Containing Absolute Values

3. Graphs and Functions

3.1 Graphs
3.2 Functions
3.3 Linear Functions: Graphs and Applications
3.4 The Slope-Intercept Form of a Linear Equation
Mid-Chapter Test: Sections 3.1-3.4
3.5 The Point-Slope Form of a Linear Equation
3.6 The Algebra of Functions
3.7 Graphing Linear Inequalities

4. Systems of Equations and Inequalities

4.1 Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables
4.2 Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Three Variables
4.3 Systems of Linear Equations: Applications and Problem Solving
Mid-Chapter Test: Sections 4.1-4.3
4.4 Solving Systems of Equations Using Matrices
4.5 Solving Systems of Equations Using Determinants and Cramer's Rule
4.6 Solving Systems of Linear Inequalities

5. Polynomials and Polynomial Functions

5.1 Addition and Subtraction of Polynomials
5.2 Multiplication of Polynomials
5.3 Division of Polynomials and Synthetic Division
5.4 Factoring a Monomial from a Polynomial and Factoring by Grouping
Mid-Chapter Test: Sections 5.1-5.4
5.5 Factoring Trinomials
5.6 Special Factoring Formulas
5.7 A General Review of Factoring
5.8 Polynomial Equations

6. Rational Expressions and Equations

6.1 The Domains of Rational Functions and Multiplication and Division of Rational Expressions
6.2 Addition and Subtraction of Rational Expressions
6.3 Complex Fractions
6.4 Solving Rational Equations
Mid-Chapter Test: Sections 6.1-6.4
6.5 Rational Equations: Applications and Problem Solving
6.6 Variation

7. Roots, Radicals, and Complex Numbers

7.1 Roots and Radicals
7.2 Rational Exponents
7.3 Simplifying Radicals
7.4 Adding, Subtracting, and Multiplying Radicals
Mid-Chapter Test: Sections 7.1-7.4
7.5 Dividing Radicals
7.6 Solving Radical Equations
7.7 Complex Numbers

8. Quadratic Functions

8.1 Solving Quadratic Equations by Completing the Square
8.2 Solving Quadratic Equations by the Quadratic Formula
8.3 Quadratic Equations: Applications and Problem Solving
Mid-Chapter Test: Sections 8.1-8.3
8.4 Writing Equations in Quadratic Form
8.5 Graphing Quadratic Functions
8.6 Quadratic and Other Inequalities in One Variable

9. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

9.1 Composite and Inverse Functions
9.2 Exponential Functions
9.3 Logarithmic Functions
9.4 Properties of Logarithms
Mid-Chapter Test: Sections 9.1-9.4
9.5 Common Logarithms
9.6 Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
9.7 Natural Exponential and Natural Logarithmic Functions

10. Conic Sections

10.1 The Parabola and the Circle
10.2 The Ellipse
Mid-Chapter Test: Sections 10.1-10.2
10.3 The Hyperbola
10.4 Nonlinear Systems of Equations and Their Applications

11. Sequences, Series, and the Binomial Theorem

11.1 Sequences and Series
11.2 Arithmetic Sequences and Series
11.3 Geometric Sequences and Series
Mid-Chapter Test: Sections 11.1-11.3
11.4 The Binomial Theorem