APPLIED CALCULUS : A BRIEF APPROACH 8E

A traditional book with a slightly modern feel, market-leading APPLIED CALCULUS FOR THE MANAGERIAL, LIFE, AND SOCIAL SCIENCES: A BRIEF APPROACH, Eighth Edition, incorporates technology in such a way that both traditional and modern practitioners find the support they need to teach effectively. Continuing its tradition of mathematical accuracy, the new eighth edition teaches by application and uses real and realistic examples to motivate students. It combines solid theory with innovative learning tools, includes a robust supplement package, and offers unmatched flexibility that makes it easy to teach. Accessible for majors and non-majors alike, the book uses an intuitive approach that introduces abstract concepts through examples drawn from common, real-life experiences to which students can relate. It also draws applications from readers’ fields of interest. In addition, insightful Portfolios highlight the careers of real people and discuss how they incorporate math into their daily operations. Numerous exercises--including new Diagnostic Tests--ensure students have a solid understanding of text concepts before advancing to the next topic. Algebra review notes, keyed to the review chapter Preliminaries, appear where you need them, when you need them. Bringing powerful resources to students’ fingertips, the text’s exciting array of supplements--Enhanced WebAssign, Solution Videos, Personal Tutor--equips students with extensive learning support to help them maximize their study time.