Mathematics: Journey from Basic Mathematics through Intermediate Algebra

Aufmann/Lockwood's MATHEMATICS: JOURNEY FROM BASIC MATHEMATICS THROUGH INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA, 2nd Edition, and WebAssign, delivers learning objectives organized by section in 22 modules spanning the entire developmental mathematics sequence -- basic mathematics, prealgebra, introductory algebra, intermediate algebra and an introduction to trigonometry -- in one, ready-to-go, flexible resource. Enrich the teaching and learning experience with the superior content within the powerful digital platform of WebAssign that helps your students master the course concepts. No matter your syllabus needs or course environment, you have everything needed to get started with minimal setup time. Tailor your course with a wide range of assignment settings, the ability to add questions and content, analytics at the individual and course level and student/teacher communication tools. The learning resources for students include the eTextbook, multiple opportunities to practice skills and concepts with the Guided Workbook and AIM for Success Practice Sheets, videos with practice questions and the online learning platform, WebAssign -- all designed to accommodate the student's unique learning path.

List of contents

MODULE A: AIM for Success: How to Succeed in This Course.
Get Ready. Motivate Yourself. Develop a “Can Do” Attitude Toward Math. Strategies for Success. Time Management. Habits of Successful Students. Use the Interactive Method. Use a Strategy to Solve Word Problems. Ace the Test. Ready, Set, Succeed!
MODULE 1: WHOLE NUMBERS.
1. Introduction to Whole Numbers.
2. Addition and Subtraction of Whole Numbers.
3. Multiplication and Division of Whole Numbers.
4. Exponents and the Order of Operations Agreement.
MODULE 2: INTEGERS.
5. Introduction to Integers.
6. Addition and Subtraction of Integers.
7. Multiplication and Division of Integers.
8. Exponents and the Order of Operations Agreement.
MODULE 3: FRACTIONS.
9. Prime Factorization.
10. The Least Common Multiple and Greatest Common Factor.
11. Introduction to Fractions.
12. Writing Equivalent Fractions.
13. Multiplication and Division of Fractions.
14. Addition and Subtraction of Fractions.
15. Operations on Positive and Negative Fractions.
16. The Order of Operations Agreement and Complex Fractions.
MODULE 4: DECIMALS AND PERCENTS.
17. Introduction to Decimals.
18. Adding and Subtracting Decimals.
19. Multiplying and Dividing Decimals.
20. Comparing and Converting Fractions and Decimals.
21. Introduction to Percent.
22. Radical Expressions and Real Numbers.
MODULE 5: VARIABLE EXPRESSIONS.
23. Evaluating Variable Expressions.
24. Simplifying Variable Expressions.
25. Translating Verbal Expressions into Variable Expressions.
MODULE 6: INTRODUCTION TO EQUATIONS.
26. Introduction to Equations.
27. Proportions.
28. The Basic Percent Equation.
29. Percent Increase and Percent Decrease.
30. Markup and Discount.
31. Simple Interest.
MODULE 7: GENERAL FIRST-DEGREE EQUATIONS AND INEQUALITIES.
32. General Equations.
33. Literal Equations and Absolute Value Equations.
34. Translating Sentences into Equations.
35. Mixture and Uniform Motion Problems.
36. First-Degree Inequalities.
37. Compound and Absolute Value Inequalities.
MODULE 8: MEASUREMENT AND GEOMETRY.
38. The U.S Customary System.
39. The Metric System.
40. Conversion Between the U.S. Customary and the Metric Systems of Measurement.
41. Angles, Lines, and Geometric Figures.
42. Perimeter of a Plane Geometric Figure.
43. Area of a Plane Geometric Figure.
44. Volume.
45. The Pythagorean Theorem.
46. Similar and Congruent Triangles.
MODULE 9: INTRODUCTION TO FUNCTIONS.
47. The Rectangular Coordinate System.
48. Graph Equations in Two Variables.
49. Graph Functions.
MODULE 10: INTRODUCTION TO LINEAR FUNCTIONS.
50. Linear Functions.
51. Slope of a Straight Line.
52. Finding Equations of Lines.
53. Parallel and Perpendicular Lines.
54. Inequalities in Two Variables.
MODULE 11: SYSTEMS OF LINEAR EQUATIONS IN TWO OR THREE VARIABLES.
55. Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Graphing.
56. Solving Systems of Linear Equations by the Substitution Method.
57. Solving Systems of Linear Equations by the Addition Method.
58. Solving Systems of Equations by Using Determinants.
59. Application Problems.
60. Solving Systems of Linear Inequalities.
MODULE 12: POLYNOMIALS.
61. Addition and Subtraction of Polynomials.
62. Multiplication of Monomials.
63. Multiplication of Polynomials.
64. Integer Exponents and Scientific Notation.
65. Division of Polynomials.
MODULE 13: FACTORING POLYNOMIALS.
66. Common Factorsl
67. Factoring Polynomials of the Form x2 + bx+ c.
68. Factoring Polynomials of the Form ax2 + bx+ c.
69. Special Factoring.
70. Solve Equations.
MODULE 14: RATIONAL EXPRESSIONS.
71. Simplify Rational Expressions.
72. Multiplication and Division of Rational Expressions.
73. Addition and Subtraction of Rational Expressions.
74. Complex Fractions.
75. Equations Containing Fractions.
76. Variation.
77. Application Problems.
MODULE 15: RADICALS AND RATIONAL EXPONENTS.
78. Introduction to Radical Expressions.
79. Addition and Subtraction of Radical Expressions.
80. Multiplication and Division of Radical Expressions.
81. Solving Equations Containing R

About the author

Richard Aufmann is the lead author of two best-selling DEVELOPMENTAL MATH series and a best-selling COLLEGE ALGEBRA AND TRIGONOMETRY series, as well as several derivative math texts. Mr. Aufmann taught math, computer science and physics at Palomar College in California, where he was on the faculty for 28 years. His textbooks are highly recognized and respected among college mathematics professors. Today, Mr. Aufmann's professional interests include quantitative literacy, the developmental math curriculum and the impact of technology on curriculum development. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from the University of California, Irvine and a Master of Arts degree in Mathematics from California State University, Long Beach.Joanne Lockwood received a BA in English Literature from St. Lawrence University and both an MBA and a BA in mathematics from Plymouth State University. Ms. Lockwood taught at Plymouth State University and Nashua Community College in New Hampshire, and has over 20 years' experience teaching mathematics at the high school and college level. Ms. Lockwood has co-authored two bestselling developmental math series, as well as numerous derivative math texts and ancillaries. Ms. Lockwood's primary interest today is helping developmental math students overcome their challenges in learning math.

Summary

Aufmann/Lockwood's MATHEMATICS: JOURNEY FROM BASIC MATHEMATICS THROUGH INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA, 2nd Edition, and WebAssign, delivers learning objectives organized by section in 22 modules spanning the entire developmental mathematics sequence -- basic mathematics, prealgebra, introductory algebra, intermediate algebra and an introduction to trigonometry -- in one, ready-to-go, flexible resource.

Enrich the teaching and learning experience with the superior content within the powerful digital platform of WebAssign that helps your students master the course concepts. No matter your syllabus needs or course environment, you have everything needed to get started with minimal setup time. Tailor your course with a wide range of assignment settings, the ability to add questions and content, analytics at the individual and course level and student/teacher communication tools.

The learning resources for students include the eTextbook, multiple opportunities to practice skills and concepts with the Guided Workbook and AIM for Success Practice Sheets, videos with practice questions and the online learning platform, WebAssign -- all designed to accommodate the student’s unique learning path.

Product details

• Authors: Richard Aufmann, Joanne Lockwood, Lockwood Joanne
• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 28.04.2024
• EAN: 9798214000442
• ISBN: 979-8-214-00044-2
• Dimensions: 210 mm x 43 mm x 274 mm
• Weight: 2313 g
• Subjects: Education and learning > Schoolbooks, general education schools; Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Mathematics > Arithmetic, algebra; MATHEMATICS / General, Mathematics