Ramon A. Mata-Toledo, Ph.D. (Harrisonburg, VA) is an associate professor of computer science at James Madison
with 30 years of teaching experience.
Cushman, Pauline K. : James Madison University
Pauline K. Cushman, Ph.D. (Harrisonburg, VA) is an assistant professor of integrated science and technology
and computer science at James Madison University.
Summary
This classic outline provides practical applications of basic mathematics for science, technology, and astronomy
students. This edition will a) add new material to the Decimal Fractions and Measurement and Scientific Notation
chapters, b) introduce the use of calculators for arithmetic operations, and c) provide a new chapter on descriptive
statistics.
Table of Contents
Decimal Fractions.
Measurement and Scientific Notation.
Common Fractions.
Percentage.
Essentials of Algebra.
Ratio and Proportion.
Linear Equations.
Exponents and Radicals.
Logarithms.
Quadratic Equations and Square Roots.
Essentials of Plane Geometry.
Solid Figures.
Trigonometric Figures.
Solution of Triangles.
Vectors.
Radian Measure.
Conic Sections.
