Algebra and Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry [With CDROM]

by Jeffery A. Cole, Earl W. Swokowski, Earl Swokowski

Book Overview

Detailed solutions for odd-numbered exercises are a valuable supplement to the student's classroom learning. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0534404693
• ISBN13: 9780534404697
• Release Date: March 2005
• Publisher: Thomson Brooks/Cole
• Length: 804 Pages
• Weight: 3.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 8.2" x 9.5"

Customer Reviews

Solid math textbook

I'm a little torn on what to say about this book. On one hand, I have a huge amount of respect for this book. On the other hand, it's not an easy book to learn from.I have no doubt that if people work through this book, they will be very knowledgable and skilled in the areas covered. It is, however, a slow, tedious, sometimes frustrating process. The authors are clearly proficient at math, but their style is pretty dry. It's a "just the facts, ma'am" approach to instruction. It would be nice to have perspective, interpretation, and helpful guidance in addition to straight math. It's kind of like reading a technical manual. I prefer a more engaging presentation.

The Most Coherent Math BooK I Have Ever Used in School

It was well-organized without being too formatted and nit-picky. The explanations made sense and it was great for note-taking. The problems were challenging, but not so hard that it was no fun. I strongly recommend this book for use in the classroom and out of it for private use and/or review.