Publisher's Synopsis
This text provides a comprehensive review of arithmetic and geometry, and introduces students to some fundamental algebraic concepts. The authors designed the text to improve the skills of students, giving them the confidence to apply those skills in the real world - at home, in the market place, and on the job. The book also builds the mathematical foundation needed by students who plan to take an introductory algebra course in the future. A variety of instructional approaches are used, reflecting the recommendations of the NCTM and AMATYC.
