Finite Mathematics

Finite Mathematics, Eleventh Edition by Lial, Greenwell, and Ritchey, is our most applied text to date, making the math relevant and accessible for students of business, life science, and social sciences. Current applications, many using real data, are incorporated in numerous forms throughout the book, preparing students for success in their professional careers. With this edition, students will find new ways to help them learn the material, such as Warm-Up Exercises and added "help text" within examples. NOTE: Before purchasing, check with your instructor to ensure you select the correct ISBN. Several versions of Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products exist for each title, and registrations are not transferable. To register for and use Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products, you may also need a Course ID, which your instructor will provide. Used books, rentals, and purchases made outside of Pearson If purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson, the access codes for Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products may not be included, may be incorrect, or may be previously redeemed. Check with the seller before completing your purchase. Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyMathLab does not come packaged with this content. MyMathLab is not a self-paced technology and should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with MyMathLab, ask your instructor for the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyMathLab, search for: 0133864472 / 9780133864472 Finite Mathematics Plus MyMathLab with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package Package consists of: 0321431308 / 9780321431301 MyMathLab -- Glue-in Access Card 0321654064 / 9780321654069 MyMathLab Inside Star Sticker 0321979435 / 9780321979438 Finite MathematicsR. Algebra Reference R-1 Polynomials R-2 Factoring R-3 Rational Expressions R-4 Equations R-5 Inequalities R-6 Exponents R-7 Radicals 1. Linear Functions 1-1 Slopes and Equations of Lines 1-2 Linear Functions and Applications 1-3 The Least Squares Line Chapter Review Extended Application: Using Extrapolation to Predict Life Expectancy 2. Systems of Linear Equations and Matrices 2-1 Solution of Linear Systems by the Echelon Method 2-2 Solution of Linear Systems by the Gauss-Jordan Method 2-3 Addition and Subtraction of Matrices 2-4 Multiplication of Matrices 2-5 Matrix Inverses 2-6 Input-Output Models Chapter Review Extended Application: Contagion 3. Linear Programming: The Graphical Method 3-1 Graphing Linear Inequalities 3-2 Solving Linear Programming Problems Graphically 3-3 Applications of Linear Programming Chapter Review Extended Application: Sensitivity Analysis 4. Linear Programming: The Simplex Method 4-1 Slack Variables and the Pivot 4-2 Maximization Problems 4-3 Minimization Problems; Duality 4-4 Nonstandard Problems Chapter Review Extended Application: Using Integer Programming in the Stock-Cutting Problem 5. Mathematics of Finance 5-1 Simple and Compound Interest 5-2 Future Value of an Annuity 5-3 Present Value of an Annuity; Amortization Chapter Review Extended Application: Time, Money, and Polynomials 6. Logic 6-1 Statements 6-2 Truth Tables and Equivalent Statements 6-3 The Conditional and Circuits 6-4 More on the Conditional 6-5 Analyzing Arguments and Proofs 6-6 Analyzing Arguments with Quantifiers Chapter Review Extended Application: Logic Puzzles 7. Sets and Probability 7-1 Sets 7-2 Applications of Venn Diagrams 7-3 Introduction to Probability 7-4 Basic Concepts of Probability 7-5 Conditional Probability; Independent Events 7-6 Bayes' Theorem Chapter Review Extended Application: Medical Diagnosis 8. Counting Principles: Further Probability Topics 8-1 The Multiplication Principle; Permutations 8-2 Combinations 8-3 Probability Applications of Counting Principles 8-4 Binomial Probability 8-5 Probability Distributions; Expected Value Chapter Review Extended Application: Optimal Inventory for a Service Truck 9. Statistics 9-1 Frequency Distributions; Measures of Central Tendency 9-2 Measures of Variation 9-3 The Normal Distribution 9-4 Normal Approximation to the Binomial Distribution Chapter Review Extended Application: Statistics in the Law - The Castaneda Decision 10. Markov Chains 10-1 Basic Properties of Markov Chains 10-2 Regular Markov Chains 10-3 Absorbing Markov Chains Chapter Review Extended Application: A Markov Chain Model for Teacher Retention 11. Game Theory 11.1 Strictly Determined Games 11.2 Mixed Strategies 11.3 Game Theory and Linear Programming Chapter Review Extended Application: The Prisoner's Dilemma - Non-Zero-Sum Games in Economics Table Area Under a Normal Curve Answers to Selected Exercises Photo Acknowledgements Index