, Review “Study for Quizzes and Tests”
Feature Description Benefit Page
Chapter Reviews at the end of each chapter contain…
“Things to A detailed list of important theorems, Review these and you’ll know the 494–495
Know” formulas, and definitions most important material in the chapter!
from the chapter.
“You Should Be Contains a complete list of objectives by Do the recommended exercises and 495–496
Able to…” section, examples that illustrate the you’ll have mastery over the key
objective, and practice exercises that test material. If you get something wrong,
your understanding of the objective. review the suggested page numbers
and try again.
Review These provide comprehensive review and Practice makes perfect. These problems 496–499
Exercises practice of key skills, matched to the combine exercises from all sections,
Learning Objectives for each section. giving you a comprehensive review in
one place.
CHAPTER TEST About 15–20 problems that can be taken Be prepared. Take the sample practice 500
as a Chapter Test. Be sure to take the test under test conditions.This will
Chapter Test under test conditions—no get you ready for your instructor’s test.
notes! If you get a problem wrong, watch
the Chapter Test Prep video.
CUMULATIVE These problem sets appear at the end of These are really important. They will 500–501
REVIEW each chapter, beginning with Chapter 2. ensure that you are not forgetting
They combine problems from previous anything as you go. These will go a long
chapters, providing an ongoing way toward keeping you constantly
cumulative review. primed for the final exam.
CHAPTER The Chapter Project applies what you’ve The Project gives you an opportunity to 501–502
PROJECTS learned in the chapter. Additional projects apply what you’ve learned in the chapter
are available on the Instructor’s to solve a problem related to the
Resource Center (IRC). opening article. If your instructor allows,
these make excellent opportunities to
work in a group, which is often the
best way of learning math.
NEW!
Internet-based In selected chapters, a web-based The projects allow the opportunity for 501–502
Projects project is given. students to collaborate and use
mathematics to deal with issues that
come up in their lives.
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, To the Student
As you begin, you may feel anxious about the number of theorems, definitions,
procedures, and equations. You may wonder if you can learn it all in time. Don’t
worry, your concerns are normal. This textbook was written with you in mind. If
you attend class, work hard, and read and study this book, you will build the
knowledge and skills you need to be successful. Here’s how you can use the book
to your benefit.
Read Carefully
When you get busy, it’s easy to skip reading and go right to the problems. Don’t. . .
the book has a large number of examples and clear explanations to help you break
down the mathematics into easy-to-understand steps. Reading will provide you with
a clearer understanding, beyond simple memorization. Read before class (not after)
so you can ask questions about anything you didn’t understand. You’ll be amazed at
how much more you’ll get out of class if you do this.
Use the Features
I use many different methods in the classroom to communicate. Those methods,
when incorporated into the book, are called “features.” The features serve many
purposes, from providing timely review of material you learned before (just when
you need it), to providing organized review sessions to help you prepare for quizzes
and tests. Take advantage of the features and you will master the material.
To make this easier, I’ve provided a brief guide to getting the most from this
book. Refer to the “Prepare for Class,” “Practice,” and “Review” pages on the inside
front cover of this book. Spend fifteen minutes reviewing the guide and familiarizing
yourself with the features by flipping to the page numbers provided. Then, as you
read, use them. This is the best way to make the most of your textbook.
Please do not hesitate to contact me, through Pearson Education, with any
questions, suggestions, or comments that would improve this text. I look forward to
hearing from you, and good luck with all of your studies.
Best Wishes!
Michael Sullivan
Feature Description Benefit Page
Chapter Reviews at the end of each chapter contain…
“Things to A detailed list of important theorems, Review these and you’ll know the 494–495
Know” formulas, and definitions most important material in the chapter!
from the chapter.
“You Should Be Contains a complete list of objectives by Do the recommended exercises and 495–496
Able to…” section, examples that illustrate the you’ll have mastery over the key
objective, and practice exercises that test material. If you get something wrong,
your understanding of the objective. review the suggested page numbers
and try again.
Review These provide comprehensive review and Practice makes perfect. These problems 496–499
Exercises practice of key skills, matched to the combine exercises from all sections,
Learning Objectives for each section. giving you a comprehensive review in
one place.
CHAPTER TEST About 15–20 problems that can be taken Be prepared. Take the sample practice 500
as a Chapter Test. Be sure to take the test under test conditions.This will
Chapter Test under test conditions—no get you ready for your instructor’s test.
notes! If you get a problem wrong, watch
the Chapter Test Prep video.
CUMULATIVE These problem sets appear at the end of These are really important. They will 500–501
REVIEW each chapter, beginning with Chapter 2. ensure that you are not forgetting
They combine problems from previous anything as you go. These will go a long
chapters, providing an ongoing way toward keeping you constantly
cumulative review. primed for the final exam.
CHAPTER The Chapter Project applies what you’ve The Project gives you an opportunity to 501–502
PROJECTS learned in the chapter. Additional projects apply what you’ve learned in the chapter
are available on the Instructor’s to solve a problem related to the
Resource Center (IRC). opening article. If your instructor allows,
these make excellent opportunities to
work in a group, which is often the
best way of learning math.
NEW!
Internet-based In selected chapters, a web-based The projects allow the opportunity for 501–502
Projects project is given. students to collaborate and use
mathematics to deal with issues that
come up in their lives.
,This page intentionally left blank
, To the Student
As you begin, you may feel anxious about the number of theorems, definitions,
procedures, and equations. You may wonder if you can learn it all in time. Don’t
worry, your concerns are normal. This textbook was written with you in mind. If
you attend class, work hard, and read and study this book, you will build the
knowledge and skills you need to be successful. Here’s how you can use the book
to your benefit.
Read Carefully
When you get busy, it’s easy to skip reading and go right to the problems. Don’t. . .
the book has a large number of examples and clear explanations to help you break
down the mathematics into easy-to-understand steps. Reading will provide you with
a clearer understanding, beyond simple memorization. Read before class (not after)
so you can ask questions about anything you didn’t understand. You’ll be amazed at
how much more you’ll get out of class if you do this.
Use the Features
I use many different methods in the classroom to communicate. Those methods,
when incorporated into the book, are called “features.” The features serve many
purposes, from providing timely review of material you learned before (just when
you need it), to providing organized review sessions to help you prepare for quizzes
and tests. Take advantage of the features and you will master the material.
To make this easier, I’ve provided a brief guide to getting the most from this
book. Refer to the “Prepare for Class,” “Practice,” and “Review” pages on the inside
front cover of this book. Spend fifteen minutes reviewing the guide and familiarizing
yourself with the features by flipping to the page numbers provided. Then, as you
read, use them. This is the best way to make the most of your textbook.
Please do not hesitate to contact me, through Pearson Education, with any
questions, suggestions, or comments that would improve this text. I look forward to
hearing from you, and good luck with all of your studies.
Best Wishes!
Michael Sullivan
