Publisher's Synopsis
For freshman/sophomore, 2 semester/2-3 quarter courses covering finite mathematics and calculus for students in the departments of business, economics, social sciences, or life sciences.
This mid-level text covers mathematics of finance, linear algebra, linear programming, probability, and descriptive statistics, with an emphasis on cross-discipline principles and practices. Designed to be student-friendly and accessible, it develops a thorough, functional understanding of mathematical concepts in preparation for their application in other areas. Coverage concentrates on developing concepts and ideas followed immediately by developing computational skills and problem solving.
