TY - BOOK AU - Martin-Gay, Elayn, TI - Intermediate algebra SN - 9780137581 AV - QA152.3 .M36 2005 N2 - "Intermediate Algebra, Eighth Edition was written to provide a solid foundation in algebra and is intended 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 non-mathematical 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, 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 Eighth Edition, I considered comments and suggestions of colleagues, students, and many users of the prior edition throughout the country"-- ER -