Written by an experienced author team with expertise in the use of technology and NCTM guidelines, this text provides an emphasis on multiple representations of concepts and an abundance of worked exa
In Precalculus, the authors encourage graphical, numerical, and algebraic modeling of functions as well as a focus on problem solving, conceptual understanding, and facility with technology. They hav
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