Understanding Intermediate Algebra: A Course for College Students [with CD-ROM]

by Lewis R. Hirsch, Arthur Goodman

Lewis Hirsch and Arthur Goodman strongly believe that students can understand what they are learning in algebra and why. The authors meticulously explain why things are done in a certain way, illustrate how and why concepts are related and demonstrate how 'new' topics are actually new applications of concepts already learned. The authors introduce topics at an elementary level and return to them at increasing levels of complexity. Their gradual introduction of concepts, rules, and definitions through a wealth of illustrative examples - both numerical and algebraic - helps students compare and contrast related ideas and understand the sometimes subtle distinctions among a variety of situations. Through this learning this author team carefully prepares students to succeed in higher-level mathematics.

Genres: Mathematics

880 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Carlos · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found this book this book to be one of the best designed mathematical textbooks that I’ve come across in my painfully long educational career. Hirsch not only takes the time to format the book so as to accentuate the most vital concepts of intermediate algebra, but he also gives you scores of detailed worked-out examples to ensure that the concepts find a purposeful application. I strongly recommend it as a great book to be used as a do-it-yourself guide through college algebra.