For many students an Algebra and Trigonometry course represents the first opportunity to discover the beauty and practical power of mathematics. Thus instructors are faced with the challenge of teaching the concepts and skills of the subject while at the same time imparting an appreciation for its effectiveness in modeling the real world. This book aims to help instructors meet this challenge
New to the Third Edition
■ Exercises More than 20% of the exercises are new. This includes new Concept Exercises and new Cumulative Review Tests. Key exercises are now linked to examples in the text.