Mathematics

My Instructor Resource Center : Log in or request access

Linear Algebra with Applications, 2/E
Otto Bretscher, Colby College

ISBN-10: 0130198579
ISBN-13: 9780130198570

Publisher: Pearson
Copyright: 2001
Format: Cloth; 440 pp
Published: 12/29/2000

For courses in Introductory Linear Algebra and Matrix Methods.

With the most geometric presentation now available, this text emphasizes linear transformations as a unifying theme, and enables students to “do” both computational and abstract math in each chapter. A second theme is introduced half way through the text—when eigenvectors are reached—on dynamical systems. It also includes a wider range of problem sets than found in any other text in this market.

NEW - Earlier introduction to vector spaces (“linear spaces”).
- Now introduced in chapter 4. Ex.___

Extensive visualization and geometrical interpretations throughout—E.g., the determinant; the Gram-Schmidt process; the singular value of decomposition; the QR-factorization; and the use of phase portraits for dynamical systems.
- Allows students to see a visual depiction of equations and processes. Ex.___

Avoidance of the “wall of vector spaces.”
- Keeps students from becoming overwhelmed and confused, and prevents them from getting lost and discouraged early in the course. Ex.___

Early, strong introduction to linear transformation. This becomes an underlying theme of the text. All chapters have some theory.
- Makes the discussion of matrix manipulations more meaningful, and easier for students to visualize. Ex.___

More and better problems and exercises than in any other linear algebra text.
- Gives students opportunities to solve routine problems, and more thought-provoking exercises—some abstract and some focusing on applications. Ex.___

After Eigenvalue chapter, a running theme in applying dynamical systems.
- Unifies the presentation and provides motivation for students. Ex.___

Extensive historical references throughout.
- More history in textbook for student relief and motivation. Ex.___

Earlier introduction to vector spaces (“linear spaces”).
- Now introduced in chapter 4. Ex.___

1. Systems of Linear Equations.

2. Linear Transformations.

3. Subspaces of Rⁿ and Their Dimension.

4. Linear Spaces.

5. Orthogonality and Least Squares.

6. Determinants.

7. Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors.

8. Symmetric Matrices and Quadratic Forms.

9. Linear Differential Equations.

Introductory Linear Algebra [MORE RIGOROUS FIRST COURSE] (Mathematics)

Linear Algebra with Applications, 4/E
Bretscher
©2009 | Pearson | Cloth; 504 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0136009263 | ISBN-13: 9780136009269
Net price: $104.00 (What's this?)Brief Description

Offering the most geometric presentation available, Linear Algebra with Applications, Fourth Edition emphasizes linear transformations as a unifying theme. This elegant textbook combines a user-friendly presentation with straightforward, lucid language to clarify and organize the many techniques and applications of linear algebra. Exercises and examples make up the heart of the text, with abstract exposition kept to a minimum. Extensive problem sets keep students involved in the material, while genuine applications for a broad range of sciences prepares them for the methods and models of contemporary scientists. In addition, the wealth and variety of exercise sets enable instructors to design a course to best suit the goals and needs of their students. This revision reflects careful review and appropriate changes to the wording of each idea, while preserving the content structure of the previous edition.

Course & Discipline Resources

For the Mathematics Discipline

Addison-Wesley's Algebra Review
Addison-Wesley
©2004 | Pearson | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321247086 | ISBN-13: 9780321247087
Suggested retail price: $4.00Net price: $3.00 (What's this?)

Addison-Wesley's Basic Math Review
Addison-Wesley
©2004 | Pearson | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321247078 | ISBN-13: 9780321247070
Suggested retail price: $4.00Net price: $3.00 (What's this?)

Algebra Review Study Card, 2/E
D'Ippolito & Generazzo
©2006 | Pearson | Study Card; 6 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321394739 | ISBN-13: 9780321394736
Net price: $3.00 (What's this?)

Allied Health Study Card, 2/E
Forshier
©2006 | Pearson | Study Card | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321394747 | ISBN-13: 9780321394743
Net price: $3.00 (What's this?)

Basic Math Review Card, 2/E
Addison-Wesley
©2006 | Pearson | Study Card; 6 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321394763 | ISBN-13: 9780321394767
Net price: $3.00 (What's this?)

Concept Videos: Algebra
Addison-Wesley
©2008 | Pearson | Multiple Media Package | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321517199 | ISBN-13: 9780321517197
Suggested retail price: $37.80Net price: $28.35 (What's this?)

Concept Videos: Basic Math & Prealgebra
Addison-Wesley
©2008 | Pearson | Multiple Media Package | Instock
ISBN-10: 032151758X | ISBN-13: 9780321517586
Suggested retail price: $37.80Net price: $28.35 (What's this?)

Discovering Algebra: Examples with Keystrokes on the TI-83/TI-82 and TI-85/TI-86, A Laboratory Approach
Pirich & Bigliani
©1997 | Pearson | Paper; 195 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0136492037 | ISBN-13: 9780136492030
Net price: $31.10 (What's this?)

Finite Mathematics Study Card
Addison-Wesley
©2006 | Pearson | Study Card | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321374398 | ISBN-13: 9780321374394
Net price: $3.00 (What's this?)

Flash Review Series: Algebra
Becker
©2004 | Pearson | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321143094 | ISBN-13: 9780321143099
Net price: $8.64 (What's this?)

Graphing Calculator Reference Card, 3/E
Ripley
©2006 | Pearson | Study Card; 6 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321394755 | ISBN-13: 9780321394750
Net price: $3.00 (What's this?)

Graphing Calculator Tutorial CD
Addison-Wesley
©2006 | Pearson | CD-ROM Only | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321357744 | ISBN-13: 9780321357748
Net price: $10.00 (What's this?)

Math for Allied Health Study/Reference Card
Forshier
©2006 | Pearson | Study Card; 0 pp | Out of Stock
ISBN-10: 0321336542 | ISBN-13: 9780321336545
Suggested retail price: $4.00Net price: $3.00 (What's this?)

Mathematics Spanish Glossary, 2/E
Lara & Peeples
©2000 | Pearson | Paper; 48 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0201728966 | ISBN-13: 9780201728965
Net price: $9.30 (What's this?)

Overcoming Math Anxiety, 2/E
Davidson & Levitov
©2000 | Pearson | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321069188 | ISBN-13: 9780321069184
Net price: $27.50 (What's this?)

Pearson TI Rebate Coupon $15, 2/E
Pearson
©2009 | Pearson | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321566041 | ISBN-13: 9780321566041
Suggested retail price: $0.00Net price: $0.00 (What's this?)

Prealgebra Review Workbook
Wheel
©2006 | Pearson | Paper; 300 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321473329 | ISBN-13: 9780321473325
Net price: $27.50 (What's this?)

Review of Algebra, A
Howard
©2002 | Pearson | Paper; 224 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0201773473 | ISBN-13: 9780201773477
Net price: $27.50 (What's this?)

Saleable Technology Bundle, 2/E
Pearson
©2009 | Pearson | Multiple Media Package | Estimated Availability : 09/01/2008
ISBN-10: 0321561880 | ISBN-13: 9780321561886
Suggested retail price: $39.93Net price: $29.95 (What's this?)

Spanish Basic Math Study Card
Leonarte
©2007 | Pearson | Study Card | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321438582 | ISBN-13: 9780321438584
Net price: $3.00 (What's this?)

Stand-alone Access Code Tutor Center
Addison-Wesley
©2008 | Pearson | Access Code Card | Instock
ISBN-10: 0201721708 | ISBN-13: 9780201721706
Net price: $36.15 (What's this?)

Pearson Higher Education offers special pricing when you choose to package your text with other student resources. If you're interested in creating a cost-saving package for your students contact your Pearson Higher Education representative.