Precalculus Concepts Through Functions, a Right Triangle Approach to Trigonometry

by Michael Sullivan

Concepts Through Functions, A Right Triangle Approach to Trigonometry, Second Edition embodies Sullivan/Sullivan's hallmarks--accuracy, precision, depth, strong student support, and abundant exercises--while exposing readers to functions in the first chapter. To ensure that students master basic skills and develop the conceptual understanding they need for the course, this text focuses on the "preparing "for class, "practicing "their homework, and "reviewing" the concepts. After using this book, students will have a solid understanding of algebra and functions so that they are prepared for subsequent courses, such as finite mathematics, business mathematics, and engineering calculus.

Genres: Textbooks

Unknown Binding

First published May 28, 2010

About the author

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Father of Professor of Mathematics Michael Sullivan III.

Michael Sullivan, Emeritus Professor of Mathematics at Chicago State University, received a Ph.D. in mathematics from the Illinois Institute of Technology. Mike taught at Chicago State for 35 years before recently retiring.

Mike is a member of the American Mathematical Society and the Mathematical Association of America. He is a past president of the Text and Academic Authors Association and is currently Treasurer of its Foundation. He is a member of the TAA Council of Fellows and was awarded the TAA Mike Keedy award in 1997 and the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2007. In addition, he represents TAA on the Authors Coalition of America.

Mike has been writing textbooks for more than 35 years. He has authored or co-authored over fifty books and currently has 15 books in print.

Mike has four children, all of whom are involved with mathematics or publishing. His son Michael Sullivan III also teaches college mathematics, and is his coauthor on two precalculus series.