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  • Elementary Algebra, 4th Edition
  • Ron Larson - The Pennsylvania State University, The Behrend College
  • Robert P. Hostetler - The Pennsylvania State University, The Behrend College
  • ISBN-10: 0618388176  ISBN-13: 9780618388172 
  • 720 Pages  Hardcover 
  • ©2005     Published
  • College Bookstore Wholesale Price = $167.50  
Designed for first-year developmental math students who need support in beginning algebra, Elementary Algebra, 4/e, retains the hallmark features for which the Larson team is known: abundant, high-quality applications; the use of real data; the integration of visualization (figures and graphs) throughout; and extensive opportunities for self-assessment (mid-chapter quizzes, review exercises, tests, and cumulative tests). In developing supportive new features for the Fourth Edition, the authors' goal is for students to come away from the class with a firm understanding of algebra and how it functions as a modern modeling language.
  • What You Should Learn orients students to each section by listing the main objectives.
  • Why You Should Learn It provides a motivational explanation for learning the given objectives.
  • What Did You Learn? following each chapter highlights key mathematical terms and concepts.
  • Integrated Review Exercises appear before section exercises in every section. They offer a review of skills, definitions, and problem solving from previous chapters.
  • Eduspace, powered by Blackboard, for the Larson/Hostetler Elementary Algebra course features algorithmic exercises, test bank content in question pools, an online study guide, interactive tutorials for appropriate sections and video explanations.
Ron Larson
Dr. Ron Larson is a professor of mathematics at The Pennsylvania State University, where he has taught since 1970. He received his Ph.D. in mathematics from the University of Colorado and is considered the pioneer of using multimedia to enhance the learning of mathematics, having authored over 30 software titles since 1990. Dr. Larson conducts numerous seminars and in-service workshops for math educators around the country about using computer technology as an instructional tool and motivational aid. He is the recipient of the 2012 William Holmes McGuffey Longevity Award for PRECALCULUS: REAL MATHEMATICS, REAL PEOPLE and the 1996 Text and Academic Authors Association TEXTY Award for INTERACTIVE CALCULUS (a complete text on CD-ROM that was the first mainstream college textbook to be offered on the Internet). Dr. Larson authors numerous textbooks including the best-selling Calculus series published by Cengage Learning.
Robert P. Hostetler
The Pennsylvania State University, The Behrend College Bio: Robert P. Hostetler received his Ph.D. in mathematics from The Pennsylvania State University in 1970. He has taught at Penn State for many years and has authored several calculus, precalculus, and intermediate algebra textbooks. His teaching specialties include remedial algebra, calculus, and math education, and his research interests include mathematics education and textbooks.
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Note: Each chapter is preceded by Motivating the Chapter, includes a Mid-Chapter Quiz, and concludes with What Did You Learn? (Chapter Summary), Review Exercises, and a Chapter Test.
1. The Real Number System
1.1. Real Numbers: Order and Absolute Value
1.2. Adding and Subtracting Integers
1.3. Multiplying and Dividing Integers
1.4. Operations with Rational Numbers
1.5. Exponents, Order of Operations, and Properties of Real Numbers
2. Fundamentals of Algebra
2.1. Writing and Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
2.2. Simplifying Algebraic Expressions
2.3. Algebra and Problem Solving
2.4. Introduction to Equations
3. Linear Equations and Problem Solving
3.1. Solving Linear Equations
3.2. Equations That Reduce to Linear Form
3.3. Problem Solving with Percents
3.4. Ratios and Proportions
3.5. Geometric and Scientific Applications
3.6. Linear Inequalities
Cumulative Test: Chapters 1-3
4. Equations and Inequalities in Two Variables
4.1. Ordered Pairs and Graphs
4.2. Graphs of Equations in Two Variables
4.3. Slope and Graphs of Linear Equations
4.4. Equations of Lines
4.5. Graphs of Linear Inequalities
5. Exponents and Polynomials
5.1. Negative Exponents and Scientific Notation
5.2. Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
5.3. Multiplying Polynomials: Special Products
5.4. Dividing Polynomials
6. Factoring and Solving Equations
6.1. Factoring Polynomials with Common Factors
6.2. Factoring Trinomials
6.3. More About Factoring Trinomials
6.4. Factoring Polynomials with Special Forms
6.5. Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring
Cumulative Test: Chapters 4-6
7. Rational Expressions and Equations
7.1. Simplifying Rational Expressions
7.2. Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions
7.3. Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions
7.4. Complex Fractions
7.5. Rational Equations and Applications
8. Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities
8.1. Solving Systems of Equations by Graphing
8.2. Solving Systems of Equations by Substitution
8.3. Solving Systems of Equations by Elimination
8.4. Applications of Systems of Linear Equations
8.5. Systems of Linear Inequalities
9. Radical Expressions and Equations
9.1. Roots and Radicals
9.2. Simplifying Radicals
9.3. Operations with Radical Expressions
9.4. Radical Equations and Applications
Cumulative Test: Chapters 7-9
10. Quadratic Equations and Functions
10.1. Solution by the Square Root Property
10.2. Solution by Completing the Square
10.3. Solution by the Quadratic Formula
10.4. Graphing Quadratic Equations
10.5. Applications of Quadratic Equations
10.6. Complex Numbers
10.7. Relations, Functions, and Graphs
Appendix A. Introduction to Graphing Calculators
Appendix B. Further Concepts in Geometry (web)
B.1 Exploring Congruence and Similarity
B.2 Angles
Appendix C. Further Concepts in Statistics (web)
Answers to Odd-Numbered Exercises, Quizzes, and Tests
Index of Applications
Index

Instructor Supplements

All supplements have been updated in coordination with the Main title.
Please see Main title page for new to this edition information.
(ISBN-10: 0618388230 | ISBN-13: 9780618388233)
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Annotated Instructor's Edition(ISBN-10: 0618388184 | ISBN-13: 9780618388189)
Eduspace Essential Passkey (ISBN-10: 0618752870 | ISBN-13: 9780618752874)
Your Eduspace Essential Student Passkey will be sent to you digitally via your online purchase receipt and also sent via email.Your passkey is needed in order to access an Eduspace Essential course. Individual passkeys must be purchased for each course enrollment.Eduspace is Houghton Mifflin's online learning tool. It may be required by your instructor to complete online homework and assignments. Eduspace also offers powerful tools and text-specific content that will help you get a better grade.Eduspace Essential courses contain:
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Student Supplements

All supplements have been updated in coordination with the Main title.
Please see Main title page for new to this edition information.
Eduspace Essential Passkey(ISBN-10: 0618752870 | ISBN-13: 9780618752874)
Your Eduspace Essential Student Passkey will be sent to you digitally via your online purchase receipt and also sent via email.Your passkey is needed in order to access an Eduspace Essential course. Individual passkeys must be purchased for each course enrollment.Eduspace is Houghton Mifflin's online learning tool. It may be required by your instructor to complete online homework and assignments. Eduspace also offers powerful tools and text-specific content that will help you get a better grade.Eduspace Essential courses contain:
List Price = $35.95
|
College Bookstore Wholesale Price = $26.50
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