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The perfect learning resource for students who want to enhance their Maths skills Request a digital sample - for educators For students who have not specialised in mathematics and have taken higher and further education courses. Ideally suited for students studying marketing, business studies, management, science, engineering, social science, geography, combined studies and design. Foundation Maths is a book for students who have not specialised in mathematics on post-16 qualifications and require a working knowledge of mathematical and statistical tools. With its careful and steady guidance in mathematical methods and a wealth of practice exercises to improve your maths skills, Foundation Maths imparts confidence in its readers. Designed for students with established mathematical expertise, this book will also be an ideal revision and reference guide for you. The style of the book also makes it a suitable self-study and distance learning material, with self-assessment questions and worked examples throughout.

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Foundation Maths has been written for students taking higher and further education courses who may not have specialised in mathematics on post-16 qualifications and need to use mathematical and statistical tools in their courses. It is ideally suited to those studying marketing, business studies, management, science, engineering, social science, geography, combined studies and design. It will be particularly useful for those who lack confidence and who need careful, steady guidance in mathematical methods. For those whose mathematical expertise is already established, the book will be a helpful revision and reference guide. The style of the book also makes it suitable for self-study and distance learning. Features of the book Mathematical processes described in everyday language. Key points highlighting important results for easy reference Worked examples included throughout the book to reinforce learning. Self-assessment questions to test understanding of important concepts, with answers provided at the back of the book. Exercises that provide a key opportunity to develop competence through practice Demanding Challenge Exercises included at the end of chapters to stretch the keenest students. Test and assignment exercises with answers provided in a lecturer's Solutions Manual on the website, allow lecturers to set regular work throughout the course. A companion website containing a student support pack and video tutorials, plus PowerPoint slides and a Solutions Manual for lecturers, can be found at go.pearson.com/uk/he/resources . New to this seventh edition A new section explains the importance of developing a thorough mathematical foundation in order to take advantage of and exploit the full capability of mathematical and statistical technology used in higher education and in the workplace. Extensive sections throughout the book illustrate how readily-available computer software and apps can be used to perform mathematical and statistical calculations, particularly those involving algebra, calculus, graph plotting and data analysis. There are revised, enhanced sections on histograms and factorisation of quadratic expressions The new edition is fully integrated with MyLab Math, a powerful online homework, tutorial and assessment platform which offers unlimited opportunities to practice and provides relevant and timely feedback to help you master key concepts. Anthony Croft has taught mathematics in further and higher education institutions for over thirty years. During this time he has championed the development of mathematics support for the many students who find the transition from school to university mathematics particularly difficult. In 2008 he was awarded a National Teaching Fellowship in recognition of his work in this field. He has authored many successful mathematics textbooks, including several for engineering students. He was jointly awarded the IMA Gold Medal 2016 for his outstanding contribution to mathematics education. Robert Davison has thirty years' experience teaching mathematics in both further and higher education. He has authored many successful mathematics textbooks, including several for engineering students.

Author Biography

Anthony Croft has taught mathematics in further and higher education institutions for over thirty years. During that time, he has championed the development of mathematics support for the many students who find the transition from school to university mathematics particularly difficult. In 2008 he was awarded a National Teaching Fellowship in recognition of his work in this field. He has authored many successful mathematics textbooks, including several for engineering students. He was jointly awarded the IMA Gold Medal 2016 for his outstanding contribution to mathematics education. Robert Davison has thirty years of experience teaching mathematics in further and higher education. He has authored many successful mathematics textbooks, including several for engineering students.

Table of Contents

Mathematical symbols Using mathematical and statistical computer software and apps in Foundation Maths 1 Arithmetic of whole numbers 2 Fractions 3 Decimal numbers 4 Percentage and ratio 5 Algebra 6 Indices 7 Simplifying algebraic expressions 8 Factorisation 9 Algebraic fractions 10 Transposing formulae 11 Solving equations 12 Sequences and series 13 Sets 14 Number bases 15 Elementary logic 16 Functions 17 Graphs of functions 18 The straight line 19 The exponential function 20 The logarithm function 21 Measurement 22 Introduction to trigonometry 23 The trigonometrical functions and their graphs 24 Trigonometrical identities and equations 25 Solution of triangles 26 Vectors 27 Matrices 28 Complex numbers 29 Tables and charts 30 Statistics 31 Probability 32 Correlation 33 Regression 34 Gradients of curves 35 Techniques of differentiation 36 Integration and areas under curves 37 Techniques of integration 38 Functions of more than one variable and partial differentiation Solutions

Long Description

Deepen and broaden subject knowledge to set yourself up for future success Foundation Maths 7th Edition by Croft and Davison has been written for students taking higher and further education courses who may not have specialised in mathematics on post-16 qualifications, and who require a working knowledge of mathematical and statistical tools. By providing careful and steady guidance in mathematical methods along with a wealth of practice exercises to improve your maths skills, Foundation Maths imparts confidence in its readers. For students with established mathematical expertise, this book will be an ideal revision and reference guide. The style of the book also makes it suitable for self-study and distance learning with self-assessment questions and worked examples throughout. Foundation Maths is ideally suited for students studying marketing, business studies, management, science, engineering, social science, geography, combined studies and design. Features: Mathematical processes described in everyday language. Key points highlighting important results for easy reference Worked examples included throughout the book to reinforce learning. Self-assessment questions to test understanding of important concepts, with answers provided at the back of the book. Demanding Challenge Exercises included at the end of chapters stretch the keenest of students Test and assignment exercises with answers provided in a lecturer''s Solutions Manual available for download at go.pearson.com/uk/he/resources, allow lecturers to set regular work throughout the course A companion website containing a student support pack and video tutorials, as well as PowerPoint slides for lecturers, can be found at go.pearson.com/uk/he/resources New to this edition: A new section explains the importance of developing a thorough mathematical foundation in order to take advantage of and exploit the full capability of mathematical and statistical technology used in higher education and in the workplace Extensive sections throughout the book illustrate how readily-available computer software and apps can be used to perform mathematical and statistical calculations, particularly those involving algebra, calculus, graph plotting and data analysis There are revised, enhanced sections on histograms and factorisation of quadratic expressions The new edition is fully integrated with MyLab Math , a powerful online homework, tutorial and self-study system that contains over 1400 exercises that can be assigned or used for student practice, tests and homework Anthony Croft has taught mathematics in further and higher education institutions for over thirty years. During this time he has championed the development of mathematics support for the many students who find the transition from school to university mathematics particularly difficult. In 2008 he was awarded a National Teaching Fellowship in recognition of his work in this field. He has authored many successful mathematics textbooks, including several for engineering students. He was jointly awarded the IMA Gold Medal 2016 for his outstanding contribution to mathematics education. Robert Davison has thirty years'' experience teaching mathematics in both further and higher education. He has authored many successful mathematics textbooks, including several for engineering students. Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyLab Math does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with MyLab Math, ask your instructor to confirm 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 MyLab Math search for: 9781292289762 / 1292289767 Foundation Maths 7th Edition plus MyLab Math with eText -- Access Card Package. Package consists of: 9781292289687 / 1292289686 Foundation Maths 7th Edition MyLab Math with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for Foundation Maths 7th Edition Pearson, the world''s learning company.

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Mathematical processes described in everyday language. Key points highlighting important results for easy reference Worked examples included throughout the book to reinforce learning. Self-assessment questions to test understanding of important concepts, with answers provided at the back of the book. Exercises that provide a key opportunity to develop competence through practice Demanding Challenge Exercises included at the end of chapters to stretch the keenest students.

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A new section explains the importance of developing a thorough mathematical foundation in order to take advantage of and exploit the full capability of mathematical and statistical technology used in higher education and in the workplace Extensive sections throughout the book illustrate how readily-available computer software and apps can be used to perform mathematical and statistical calculations, particularly those involving algebra, calculus, graph plotting and data analysis There are revised, enhanced sections on histograms and factorisation of quadratic expressions Also available with MyLab Math The new edition is fully integrated with MyLab Math, a powerful online homework, tutorial and assessment platform, which has had its total number of questions increased for this edition to over 1440, ensuring that there is a sufficient spread of questions to cover all topics included within the book. The number of graphing questions - which include examples for students to view if they need help - has been increased for this edition For this edition an additional 20 questions have been built based on scenarios which have several steps to answer, helping students with application of key concepts The number of videos explaining concepts and maths problems has also been increased to 70 for this edition of MyLab Math, which Anthony Croft has provided to accompany the textbook MyLab(tm) is the teaching and learning platform that empowers you to reach every student. By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, MyLab personalizes the learning experience and improves results. Learn more about MyLab Math.

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