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College Algebra

Michael Sullivan

ISBN #9780321979476

10th Edition

5,609 Questions

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Summary

College Algebra is a comprehensive textbook that lays a solid foundation in algebra by systematically exploring essential mathematical concepts and practical applications. The book begins with a review of numbers, sets, and basic operations before delving into solving various types of equations and inequalities, graphing functions, and understanding coordinate geometry. Throughout its chapters, it introduces key topics such as polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, as well as more advanced subjects like systems of equations, sequences, induction, and probability, providing students with both theoretical foundations and real-world problem-solving skills. Its structured approach and progressive build-up of concepts make it an indispensable resource for transitioning from basic arithmetic to higher-level mathematics.

Chapters & Topics Covered

Chapter 0

Review

Chapter 1

Equations and Inequalities

Chapter 2

Graphs

Chapter 3

Functions and Their Graphs

Chapter 4

Linear and Quadratic Functions

Chapter 5

Polynomial and Rational Functions

Chapter 6

Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

Chapter 7

Analytic Geometry

Chapter 8

Systems of Equations and Inequalities

Chapter 9

Sequences; Induction; the Binomial Theorem

Chapter 10

Counting and Probability

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To check division, the expression that is being divided, the dividend, should equal the product of the _____ and the _____ plus the _____.

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When the numerator and denominator of a rational expression contain no common factors (except 1 and $-1$ ), the rational expression is in________,________

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The slope of a vertical line is ______; the slope of a horizontal line is _____.

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If $x$ and $y$ are two quantities, then $y$ is directly proportional to $x$ if there is a nonzero number $k$ such that ________.

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Problem 5

A(n)______ is a letter used in algebra to represent any number from a given set of numbers.

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The numbers in the set $\left\{x | x=\frac{a}{b}\right.$, where $a, b$ are integers and $b \neq 0\}$ are called ______ numbers

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