Book Overview
A plain-English guide to the basics of trig From sines and cosines to logarithms, conic sections, and polynomials, this friendly guide takes the torture out of trigonometry, explaining basic concepts in plain English, offering lots of easy-to-grasp example problems, and adding a dash of humor and fun. It also explains the "why" of trigonometry, using real-world examples that illustrate the value of trigonometry in a variety of careers. Mary Jane Sterling (Peoria, IL) has taught mathematics at Bradley University in Peoria for more than 20 years. She is also the author of the highly successful Algebra For Dummies (0-7645-5325-9).
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0764569031
ISBN13:9780764569036
Release Date:January 2005
Publisher:Wiley Publishing
Length:368 Pages
Weight:1.31 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 7.3" x 9.3"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Great reference book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
Recently took college-level calculus and forgot most of what I had learned in high school. Bought this along with "Calculus for Dummies" and used both to help me survive the course. This book is definitely not comprehensive, but I still have to give it five stars for its great plain-english descriptions of some difficult concepts. I wouldn't buy this book as my only source to learn trigonometry, but as an accompaniment to a good class or as an assistant to help with homework, it does a great job.
Excellent book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This book is well written. It is thorough in its presentation of trigonometry.It also reviews the geometry necessary to understand the trig.There is an emphasis on practical applications using trigonometry. The explanations concerning how various equations are derived is especially helpful. These enable you to understand instead of memorize. The Trigonometry workbook is an excellent companion book.
Best book for any Trigonometry student who is struggling
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
I bought this book and two others at the beginning of my college Trig class. This book is the only one that I used. It was the best investment for the class that I could have made. Trigonometry for Dummies provided all the fundamental concepts that were covered in college Trig and explained them so that even a non-math major like myself could understand. I would highly recommend this book for anyone struggling with college Trigonmetry, or if you are looking for a great book to refresh your skills.
Excellent Book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
After being out of school for quite some time, I needed a book to get me back up to speed on trig. This book is great. Highly recommended.
EXCELLENT TRIG BOOK!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I have been out of school for 30+ yrs. and wanted to learn trig for graphics programming. Of all the trig books I have looked at, this is by far the best!!. Highly recommended!!
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