Mathematical Excursions

By Richard D. Nation, Richard N. Aufmann, Daniel K. Clegg, et al.

Book Overview

By presenting problem solving in purposeful and meaningful contexts, Mathematical Excursions, 2/e, provides students in the Liberal Arts course with a glimpse into the nature of mathematics and how it is used to understand our world. Highlights of the book include the proven Aufmann Interactive Method and multi-part Excursion exercises that emphasize collaborative learning. An extensive technology program provides instructors and students with a comprehensive set of support tools.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0618608532
• ISBN13: 9780618608539
• Release Date: January 2006
• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
• Length: 1080 Pages
• Weight: 5.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 1.0" x 8.8"

Customer Reviews

Easy to follow book

This book is actually my favorite math textbook. Every single chapter starts with a brief review on what will it cover and from the start to the end of the chapters it progressively builds the reader up to the lesson being learned. Also, it define certain terms, just to better explain the lesson. Overall, it is a great, informative book.

Textbook

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My math book

This book was needed for my current math class at college. It's easy to use and understand. Very helpful.