Provides students with a flexible blend of theory, important numerical techniques, and interesting new applications.
Provides an early introduction of concepts such as linear combinations, closure, basis, and dimension. The discussion of solutions of linear equations involving many variables leads naturally into the introduction of n dimensional space. A gentle introduction to the vector space Rn and its subspaces is provided in Chapter 1. Vector space concepts are then used at appropriate times throughout the course.
Technology Option -- A MATLAB manual has been included as an appendix. The manual consists of 25 sections that tie into the regular course material. A graphing calculator manual is also included.
A rich collection of applications teach students how to use mathematics by looking at real-world scenarios and techniques.
- New to this Edition!
New 4-color design and expanded trim size makes the new Sixth Edition a pleasure to read and learn from!
