Publisher's Synopsis
Designed for an undergraduate freshman/sophomore level course covering calculus for business, economics, social sciences, or life sciences.
Preparing students to deal with a variety of calculus topics, this carefully thought out, well-organized book provides the essential mathematical tools needed to effectively pursue courses of study in business and economics, life science, or social sciences. Focusing on computational skills, ideas, and problem solving, it deals with the mathematics required to use such modern technology as graphic calculators and computers, and considers the interplay between geometric, algebraic, and numerical ideas - encouraging students to verbalize these concepts.
