Finite Mathematics: An Applied Approach, 11th Edition

855 Pages·2010·14.15 MB·English

by  Michael Sullivan

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To the Student
How to Use this Book Effectively and Efficiently
As you begin this course in Finite Mathematics,you may can be confident in continuing on in the section.Ifyou
feel overwhelmed by the number of topics covered.Don’t don’t get it right,go back over the explanations and
worry! Your concerns are normal,and,with the help ofyour examples to see what you might have missed.Then
instructor and this text,you will be fine. rework the problem.Ask for help ifyou miss it again.
After teaching Finite Mathematics for over 30 years and Ifyou follow these practices throughout the section,
dealing with the math-related questions ofmy four children, you will find that you have probably done many of
I know what you are going through.This text was written your homework problems.In the exercises,every Now
with you,the student,in mind,to help you master the basic Work problem number is yellowwith a pencil icon .
concepts ofFinite Mathematics. All the odd-numbered problems have answers in the
The many learning aids featured in the text and displayed back ofthe book and worked-out solutions in the
on the facing page,are there to make your study easier and Student Solutions Manual.Be sure you have made an
more rewarding,helping you get the most from the time and honest effort before looking at a worked-out solution.
effort you invest.If you attend class,work hard,and read 5. Use the Chapter Reviewfeature.This ensures familiarity
and study this text,you will build the knowledge and skills with the definitions,formulas,and equations listed
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Go through the Objectives and be sure you can answer
1. Please,read the material assigned to you.First,and “Yes”to the question “I should be able to...”Review
most important,this book is meant to be read! You will Exercises that relate to each objective are listed to
find that the text has additional explanations and help you.
examples that will help you. 6. Lastly,do the problems in the Review Exercises.Blue
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what to expect from the section.Reviewing now will review for more practice to prepare for your exam.
make the section easier to understand and will actually
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ofeach section,these will help you recognize the suggestions or comments that would improve this text.
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answer in the back ofthe book.Ifyou get it right,you Michael Sullivan
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Chapter Opening and Project Each chapter begins with a situational problem and ends with the
related project.
OBJECTIVES Each section begins with a list of objectives. The objective heading also
appears in the text where each objective is covered. Use these as an
outline of the important elements of the section.
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Finite
Mathematics
An Applied
Approach
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Eleventh Edition
Finite
Mathematics
An Applied
Approach
Michael Sullivan
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