Intermediate Algebra: Pearson New International Edition

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Preface
Intermediate Algebra, Sixth Edition, was written to provide a solid foundation in
algebra for students who might not have previous experience in algebra. Specific care
was taken to make sure students have the most up-to-date, relevant text preparation for their next mathematics course or for nonmathematical courses that require
an understanding of algebraic fundamentals. I have tried to achieve this by writing a
user-friendly text that is keyed to objectives and contains many worked-out examples.
As suggested by AMATYC and the NCTM Standards (plus Addenda), real-life and
real-data applications, data interpretation, conceptual understanding, problem solving, writing, cooperative learning, appropriate use of technology, mental mathematics,
number sense, estimation, critical thinking, and geometric concepts are emphasized
and integrated throughout the book.
The many factors that contributed to the success of the previous editions have
been retained. In preparing the Sixth Edition, I considered comments and suggestions
of colleagues, students, and many users of the prior edition throughout the country.
What’s New in the Sixth Edition? • The Martin-Gay Program has been revised and enhanced with a new design
in the text and MyMathLab to actively encourage students to use the text,
video program, and Student Organizer as an integrated learning system.
• The Student Organizer is designed by me to help students develop the study
habits they need to be successful. This Organizer guides students through
the three main components of studying effectively—note-taking, practice,
and homework—and helps them develop the habits that will enable them to
succeed in future courses. The Student Organizer can be packaged with the
text in loose-leaf, notebook-ready format and is also available for download
in MyMathLab.
• New Vocabulary, Readiness & Video Check questions have been added
prior to every section exercise set. These exercises quickly check a student’s
understanding of new vocabulary words. The readiness exercises center on a
student’s understanding of a concept that is necessary in order to continue to
the exercise set. New video check questions for the Martin-Gay Interactive
Lecture videos are now included in every section for each learning objective.
These exercises are all available for assignment in MyMathLab and are a
great way to assess whether students have viewed and understood the key
concepts presented in the videos.
• The Interactive DVD Lecture Series, featuring your text author (Elayn
Martin-Gay), provides students with active learning at their own pace. The
videos offer the following resources and more:
A complete lecture for each section of the text highlights key examples
and exercises from the text. New “pop-ups” reinforce key terms, definitions,
and concepts.
An interface with menu navigation features allows students to quickly find
and focus on the examples and exercises they need to review.
Interactive Concept Check exercises measure students’ understanding of
key concepts and common trouble spots.
The Interactive DVD Lecture Series also includes the following resources
for test prep:
The Practice Final Exam helps students prepare for an end-of-course final.
Students can watch full video solutions to each exercise.

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