Education & Reference, Reference, Elementary, Economics, Algebra & Trigonometry 

* An emphasis on the practical applications of algebra motivates students and encourages them to see algebra as an important part of their daily lives. The student-friendly writing style uses short, clear sentences and easy-to-understand language, and the outstanding pedagogical program makes the material easy to follow and comprehend. The Fifth Edition places a stronger emphasis on problem solving, incorporating it as a theme throughout the text. 4-color hardback text w/complete text-specific instructor and student print/media supplement package * AMATYC/NCTM Standards of Content and Pedagogy integrated in preview and Perspective Chapter Openers, Graded Exercise Sets, Real-World Applications, Writing Exercises, Group Activity/Challenge problems and Calculator Corners Boxes * Many step-by-step worked-out examples provide students with detailed explanation throughout the sections * Helpful Hints, Common Student Error Boxes, Chapter Summaries and Practice Tests included in each chapter help students study math and review for tests * Cumulative Reviews are included in every other chapter and a unique Section 1.1 --Study Skills for Success in Mathematics, preps students with a study skills discussion and exercise set. - from Amzon