College Algebra [Hardcover]

Larson's COLLEGE ALGEBRA is known for its reliable, reader-friendly explanations of mathematical concepts and helpful exercises that prepare students for further study in math. The Eleventh Edition incorporates exercises with relatable, real-world scenarios, continuous review, and innovative technology. How Do You See It? exercises give you practice applying the concepts and new Summarize features and Checkpoint problems reinforce understanding of the skill sets to help you better prepare for tests. Free access to homework support websites CalcChat.com, CalcView.com and LarsonPrecalculus.com are there when you need them. If you are struggling with previously learned math skills, work on the Review & Refresh exercises and watch the Skills Review videos.P. PREREQUISITES. Review of Real Numbers and Their Properties. Exponents and Radicals. Polynomials and Special Products. Factoring Polynomials. Rational Expressions. The Rectangular Coordinate System and Graphs. Summary and Study Strategies. Review Exercises. Chapter Test. Proofs in Mathematics. P.S. Problem Solving. 1. EQUATIONS, INEQUALITIES, AND MATHEMATICAL MODELING. Graphs of Equations. Linear Equations in One Variable. Modeling with Linear Equations. Quadratic Equations and Applications. Complex Numbers. Other Types of Equations. Linear Inequalities in One Variable. Other Types of Inequalities. Summary and Study Strategies. Review Exercises. Chapter Test. Proofs in Mathematics. P.S. Problem Solving. 2. FUNCTIONS AND THEIR GRAPHS. Linear Equations in Two Variables. Functions. Analyzing Graphs of Functions. A Library of Parent Functions. Transformations of Functions. Combinations of Functions: Composite Functions. Inverse Functions. Summary and Study Strategies. Review Exercises. Chapter Test. Cumulative Test for Chapters P-2. Proofs in Mathematics. P.S. Problem Solving. 3. POLYNOMIAL FUNCTIONS. Quadratic Functions and Models. Polynomial Functions of Higher Degree. Polynomial and Synthetic Division. Zeros of Polynol£.