College Math

This text is designed for students in a broad range of career programs that require a solid understanding of basic math, elementary algebra, trigonometry, and geometry. The 2009 Update of this popular text continues a tradition of evolving to reflect today’s work environment and deliver math instruction using the best print and electronic teaching methods and delivery systems available.

Key Features of this Text:

• “Spiral Learning Approach” Topics are introduced and reinforced using a step-by-step spiral learning approach supported by numerous examples and applications.

• Math concepts applied to a wide range of career and technical programs Examples, applications, and exercises include: Allied Health, Nursing, Computer Technology, Aviation, the Industrial Trades and Technologies, Electronics, CAD, Drafting, Architecture, Agriculture, Telecommunication, Auto/Diesel, Criminal Justice, Fire Science, Business, Hospitality, and Culinary/Food Safety programs.

• Six-Step Approach to Problem Solving This tried-and-proven approach provides students with a systematic and logical framework for analyzing, comparing, estimating, and solving workplace applications.

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