Trigonometry, 3rd Edition

A Note from the Author to the Student

I wrote this text with careful attention to ways in which to make your learning experience more successful. If you take full advantage of the unique features and elements of this textbook, I believe your experience will be fulfilling and enjoyable. Let’s walk through some of the special book features that will help you in your study of Trigonometry.

Prerequisites and Review (Appendix)

A comprehensive review of prerequisite knowledge (college algebra topics) provides a brush up on knowledge and skills necessary for success in the course.

Clear, Concise, and Inviting Writing

Special attention has been made to present an engaging, clear, precise narrative in a layout that is easy to use and designed to reduce any math anxiety you may have.

Chapter Introduction, Flow Chart, Section Headings, and Objectives

An opening vignette, flow chart, list of chapter sections, and targeted chapter learning objectives give you an overview of the chapter to help you see the big picture, the relationships between topics, and clear objectives for learning in the chapter.

Skills and Conceptual Objectives

For every section, objectives are further divided by skills and concepts so you can see the difference between solving problems and truly understanding concepts.

Examples

Examples pose a specific problem using concepts already presented and then work through the ...