Precalculus /
Robert Blitzer.
- Fifth edition, International edition.
- xxii, 1149 pages : colored illustrations ; 28 cm.
Includes index.
Prerequisites: fundamental concepts of Algrebra -- Functions and graphs -- Polynomial and rational functions -- Exponential and logarithmic functions -- Trigonometric functions -- Analytic trigonometry -- Additional topics in trigonometry -- Systems of Equations and inequalities -- Matrices and determinants -- Conic Sections and analytic geometry -- Sequences, induction, and probability -- Introduction to calculus.
The author has inspired thousands of students with his engaging approach to mathematics, making this beloved series the #1 in the market. Blitzer draws on his unique background in mathematics and behavioral science to present the full scope of mathematics with vivid applications in real-life situations. Students stay engaged because Blitzer often uses pop-culture and up-to-date references to connect math to students; lives, showing that their world is profoundly mathematical.