Finite Mathematics and Calculus with Applications - Ninth Edition - Core Text

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Finite Mathematics and Calculus with Applications (Ninth Edition) presents a structured learning pathway from prerequisite skills through core topics in linear functions, systems of linear equations, matrices, linear programming, and mathematics of finance. It then builds logical reasoning with statements, truth tables, conditional logic, sets, and probability, extending to Bayesian methods and counting principles. Practice-oriented sections and reviews consolidate understanding, supported by extended applications and a comprehensive contents overview.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages1141

Reading Time47 h 55 min

AccessFree to download

Contents

Preface and Student Resources

Prerequisite Skills Diagnostic Test

Algebra Reference

Linear Functions

Systems of Linear Equations and Matrices

Linear Programming

Mathematics of Finance

Logic

Sets and Probability

Counting Principles and Further Probability Topics

Statistics

This page intentionally left blank Finite Mathematics and Calculus with Applications NINTH EDITION Margaret L. Lial American River College Raymond N. Greenwell Hofstra University Nathan P. Ritchey Youngstown State University Editor in Chief: Deirdre Lynch Executive Editor: Jennifer Crum Executive Content Editor: Christine O’Brien Senior Project Editor: Rachel S. Reeve Editorial Assistant: Joanne Wendelken Senior Managing Editor: Karen Wernholm Senior Production Project Manager: Patty Bergin Associate Director of Design, USHE North and West: Andrea Nix Senior Designer: Heather Scott Digital Assets Manager: Marianne Groth Media Producer: Jean Choe Software Development: Mary Durnwald and Bob Carroll Executive Marketing Manager: Jeff Weidenaar Marketing Coordinator: Caitlin Crain Senior Author Support/Technology Specialist: Joe Vetere Rights and Permissions Advisor: Michael Joyce Image Manager: Rachel Youdelman Senior Manufacturing Buyer: Carol Melville Senior Media Buyer: Ginny Michaud Production Coordination and Composition: Nesbitt Graphics, Inc. Illustrations: Nesbitt Graphics, Inc. and IllustraTech Cover Design: Heather Scott Cover Image: John Wollwerth/Shutterstock Credits appear on page C-1, which constitutes a continuation of the copyright page. Many of the designations used by manufacturers and sellers to distinguish their products are claimed as trademarks. Where those designations appear in this book, and Pearson was aware of a trademark claim, the designations have been printed in initial caps or all caps. Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Lial, Margaret L. Finite mathematics and calculus with applications.—9thed. / Margaret L. Lial, Raymond N. Greenwell, Nathan P. Ritchey. [p.cm](p.cm). Includes bibliographical references and index. ISBN-13: 978-0-321-74908-6 ISBN-10: 0-321-74908-1 1. Mathematics—Textbooks. 2. Calculus—Textbooks. I. Greenwell, Raymond N. II. Ritchey, Nathan P. III. Title. QA37 .3.L54 2013 510—dc22 2010031432 Copyright © 2012, 2009, 2005, 2002 Pearson Education, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the publisher. Printed in the United States of America. For information on obtaining permission for use of material in this work, please submit a written request to Pearson Education, Inc., Rights and Contracts Department, 501 Boylston Street, Suite 900, Boston, MA 02116, fax your request to 617-671-3447, or e-mail at [http://www.pearsoned.com/legal/permissions.htm](http://www.pearsoned.com/legal/permissions.htm). 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10—QG—15 14 13 12 11 ISBN-10: 0-321-74908-1 [www.pearsonhighered.com](www.pearsonhighered.com) ISBN-13: 978-0-321-74908-6 Contents CHAPTER R CHAPTER 1 CHAPTER 2 CHAPTER 3 Preface ix Dear Student xxii Prerequisite Skills Diagnostic Test xxiii Algebra Reference R-1 R.1 Polynomials R-2 R.2 Factoring R-5 R.3 Rational Expressions R-8 R.4 Equations R-11 R.5 Inequalities R-16 R.6 Exponents R-21 R.7 Radicals R-25 Linear Functions 1 1.1 Slopes and Equations of Lines 2 1.2 Linear Functions and Applications 17 1.3 The Least Squares Line 25 CHAPTER 1 REVIEW 38 EXTENDED APPLICATION Using Extrapolation to Predict Life Expectancy 42 Systems of Linear Equations and Matrices 44 2.1 Solution of Linear Systems by the Echelon Method 45 2.2 Solution of Linear Systems by the Gauss-Jordan Method 54 2.3 Addition and Subtraction of Matrices 70 2.4 Multiplication of Matrices 77 2.5 Matrix Inverses 87 2.6 Input-Output Models 97 CHAPTER 2 REVIEW 104 EXTENDED APPLICATION Contagion 110 Linear Programming:The Graphical Method 112 3.1 Graphing Linear Inequalities 113 3.2 Solving Linear Programming Problems Graphically 12

FAQs

What topics are covered in this ninth edition of the book?

The contents include linear functions, systems of linear equations and matrices, linear programming (including simplex methods), mathematics of finance, logic, sets and probability, and further probability topics plus statistics.

Does the book include review sections for each chapter?

Yes. After each main chapter segment, the table of contents lists a dedicated “CHAPTER X REVIEW” section.

What kinds of extended applications are provided?

Extended applications connect concepts to real scenarios, such as extrapolation for predicting life expectancy, contagion, sensitivity analysis, integer programming for a stock-cutting problem, and medical diagnosis.

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