Mathematics: A Practical Odyssey With Cd-rom And 1pass for Ilrn Tutorial/ Mentor/ Student Book Companion Site - Hardcover

Johnson, David B.; Mowry, Thomas A.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0495012734 ISBN 13: 9780495012733

Verlag: Brooks/Cole, 2006

Inhaltsangabe

Well known for its clear writing and unique variety of topics, MATHEMATICS: A PRACTICAL ODYSSEY demonstrates how mathematics is usable and relevant to students. Throughout the book, the authors emphasize problem solving skills, practical applications, and the history of mathematics. Students encounter topics that will be useful in their daily lives, such as calculating interest and understanding voting systems. They are encouraged to recognize the relevance of mathematics and appreciate its human aspect. To offer flexibility in content, the book contains more information than could be covered in a one-term course. The chapters are independent of each other so instructors can select the ideal topics for their courses. Well known for its clear writing and unique variety of topics, MATHEMATICS: A PRACTICAL ODYSSEY demonstrates how mathematics is usable and relevant to students. Throughout the book, the authors emphasize problem solving skills, practical applications, and the history of mathematics. Students encounter topics that will be useful in their daily lives, such as calculating interest and understanding voting systems. They are encouraged to recognize the relevance of mathematics and appreciate its human aspect. To offer flexibility in content, the book contains more information than could be covered in a one-term course. The chapters are independent of each other so instructors can select the ideal topics for their courses.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Brooks/Cole
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2006
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0495012734
• ISBN 13: 9780495012733
• Einband: Gebundene Ausgabe
• Auflage: 6
• Anzahl der Seiten: 912
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