TRIGONOMETRY: A Textbook for Higher Education

By Torang Siregar

Unlock the Power of Trigonometry - From Ancient Roots to Modern Applications Trigonometry: A Textbook for Higher Education offers a comprehensive and engaging journey through one of mathematics' most essential disciplines. This meticulously crafted textbook bridges the gap between foundational concepts and advanced applications, making trigonometry accessible, relevant, and intellectually stimulating for students at all levels. Beginning with the historical origins of trigonometry - from Hipparchus, the "father of trigonometry," through the brilliant contributions of Indian and Islamic scholars, to the modern formulations of Euler - this book grounds abstract concepts in a rich narrative of human discovery. Each chapter builds progressively, starting with right triangle fundamentals and advancing through trigonometric functions, identities, equations, and real-world modeling. Key Features: Clear, Progressive Structure: Ten carefully organized chapters that develop conceptual understanding step by step Higher-Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) Questions: Ten challenging problems per chapter that cultivate analytical reasoning and creative problem-solving Extensive Practice Exercises: Comprehensive problem sets ranging from basic skills to complex applications Real-World Applications: Modeling of tides, sound waves, seasonal temperatures, Ferris wheels, projectile motion, and more Rich Historical Context: Connecting mathematical concepts to their fascinating development across civilizations Complete Solutions: Detailed solutions to all HOTS questions for self-study and deeper understanding Comprehensive Appendices: Algebra and geometry review, exact trigonometric value tables, and answers to odd-numbered exercises.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9999350887
• ISBN13: 9789999350884
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Eliva Press
• Length: 269 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.6" x 6.0"