College Algebra: A Graphing Approach (with CD-ROM, BCA/iLrn? Tutorial, and InfoTrac)

This textbook describes methods for analyzing complex numbers, polynomials, logarithmic functions, systems of linear equations, matrices and arithmetic sequences, and confirms the results of some examples with a calculator graph. The second edition adds new applications. The CD-ROM contains eight hours of video instruction. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Gareth Williams received his B. Sc. and Ph.D. from the University of Wales. He has taught at the University of Florida, the University of Denver, and most recently, at Stetson University (DeLand, FL), where he was honored with the McInery Award for Teaching Excellence. His research interests include the role of technology in mathematics education, linear algebra, relativity, applied mathematics, and mathematical modeling. He is also the author of LINEAR ALGEBRA WITH APPLICATIONS, Fourth Edition (Jones and Bartlett, 2001), computer software including THE LINEAR ALGEBRA TOOLBOX FOR MATLAB and MATHEMATICA WORKBOOK ON LINEAR ALGEBRA, and numerous articles in refereed journals. Williams is also an active member of the Mathematics Association of America.