Essentials of Mathematics is designed as both a textbook and outside reading for college students who want to prepare themselves for mathematics courses beyond the first-year level. The mathematical content includes logic, set theory and a theoretical development of the number systems, giving students practice at proving mathematical statements. There are no answers in the book, but a separate manual provides instructor support. The book makes an excellent reference for students beginning to take courses in which proofs play a major role. In addition to the course material, there are narratives on the nature of mathematics and the mathematics profession. These sections can be read without help or guidance.
| ISBN: | 9780883857298 |
| Publication date: | 30th December 1996 |
| Author: | Margie Hale, Mathematical Association of America |
| Publisher: | Mathematical Association of America an imprint of The Mathematical Association of America |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 180 pages |
| Series: | Classroom Resource Materials |
| Genres: |
Mathematics |