Bestselling Elementary Algebra: Discovery and Visualization retains
the strengths of its predecessors: high-quality writing, abundant
exercises, strong pedagogical features, and a complete supplements
package. The Third Edition employs graphing technology as an integral
part of a discovery-based learning approach. Developed for a
one-semester elementary algebra course, this text thoughtfully
incorporates the NCTM and AMATYC standards, while its multiple
approaches to math, based on the Rule of Four, accommodate a variety
of learning styles and ensure that students learn to solve problems
and apply mathematical concepts across disciplines.Chapter Openers,
Chapter Snapshot summaries, and Warm-Up Skills problems combine a
real-world application with skills-based exercises to prepare
students for the material that follows.A special stand-alone
text-opening section, Basic Math Study Skills, offers study tips for
before, during, and after class; advice on reviewing concepts and
preparing for exams; and a preview of how to use the features in the
text.Technology Icons in the section openers provide helpful
reminders and references to a range of study supplements: the Student
Solutions Manual, Graphing Calculator Guide, Math Study Skills
Workbook by Nolting, HM3, Videos, and SMARTHINKING tutors.Keys to the
Calculator now offers convenient point-of-use graphing calculator
keystroke information for the TI-83 Plus.Graphing calculator art has
been updated to reflect the TI-83 Plus. Traditional graphs of
inequalities, including systems of inequalities, have been improved
to help students see the solution region.Data Analysis collaborative
exercises focus on real data and encourage students to work together
to solve problems.Chapter topic threads, designed to reinforce
concepts, are created when a topic is first introduced in the Chapter
Opening Application and then highlighted later in the chapter in a
Data Analysis feature.Exploring the Concept illustrates concepts and
relationships on a visual, concrete level, then poses "What if?"
questions, encouraging students to experiment, explore, and
discover.Think about It notes in the margin of every section pose
questions that require critical thinking and reasoning. Learning Tips
offer helpful strategies and alternative approaches to concepts.
Notes present cautionary remarks and additional insight.Quick
Reference sections provide convenient reference and detailed
summaries of important rules, definitions, properties, and procedures
grouped by subsection.Speaking the Language section helps students to
think and communicate in the language of mathematics by reinforcing
vocabulary and contextual meanings.In-text testing includes Chapter
Tests and Cumulative Tests (following Chapters 3, 5, 8, and 10). For
immediate reinforcement, the answers to all tests, with section
references, are included at the back of the text.
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