Advanced Algebra, Part 1 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521102674)

The scope and treatment of Dr Maxwell's two-volume course covering the transition from school to university is directed towards training students in algebraic thinking, so that processes do not become too mechanical. The explanations are full, the difficulties of the beginner are foreseen and overcome. Indeed, the course should prove excellent for the lone student as well as for the supervised class. Topics in part one include polynomial theory, equations, inequalities, partial fractions, permutations and combinations, the binomial theorem and series and determinants. The 'feel' of the book may be illustrated by reference to the treatment of partial fractions, which is novel in several ways. A theoretical exposition is given in some detail and varies from standard treatments in leading to a method of calculation that arises directly from it. The book contains many 'drill' examples, which the author considers essential.

Author: E. A. Maxwell
ISBN-10: 0521102677
ISBN-13: 9780521102674
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 03/12/2009
Pages: 324
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.73d