{"product_id":"finite-mathematics-isbn-9781119015536","title":"Finite Mathematics","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis set includes \u003ci\u003eFinite Mathematics: Models and Applications\u003c\/i\u003e \u0026amp; \u003ci\u003eSolutions Manual to accompany Finite Mathematics: Models and Applications\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eFinite Mathematics: Models and Applications \u003c\/i\u003e emphasizes cross-disciplinary applications that relate mathematics to everyday life. The book provides a unique combination of practical mathematical applications to illustrate the wide use of mathematics in fields ranging from business, economics, finance, management, operations research, and the life and social sciences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe book features coverage including: Algebra Skills; Mathematics of Finance; Matrix Algebra; Geometric Solutions; Simplex Methods; Application Models; Set and Probability Relationships; Random Variables and Probability Distributions; Markov Chains; Mathematical Statistics; Enrichment in Finite Mathematics\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Authors xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Linear Equations and Mathematical Concepts 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.1 Solving Linear Equations 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2 Equations of Lines and Their Graphs 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3 Solving Systems of Linear Equations 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4 The Numbers \u003ci\u003e𝜋 \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003ee\u003c\/i\u003e 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.6 Variation 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.7 Unit Conversions and Dimensional Analysis 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Mathematics of Finance 47\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.1 Simple and Compound Interest 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2 Ordinary Annuity 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3 Amortization 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4 Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Matrix Algebra 71\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.1 Matrices 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2 Matrix Notation, Arithmetic, and Augmented Matrices 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3 Gauss–Jordan Elimination 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.4 Matrix Inversion and Input–Output Analysis 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Linear Programming – Geometric Solutions 116\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.1 Graphing Linear Inequalities 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2 Graphing Systems of Linear Inequalities 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.3 Geometric Solutions to Linear Programs 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Linear Programming – Simplex Method 136\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.1 The Standard Maximization Problem (SMP) 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.2 Tableaus and Pivot Operations 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.3 Optimal Solutions and the Simplex Method 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.4 Dual Programs 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.5 Non-SMP Linear Programs 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Linear Programming – Application Models 182\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Set and Probability Relationships 203\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.1 Sets 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2 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314\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.1 Graphical Descriptions of Data 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.2 Measures of Central Tendency and Dispersion 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3 The Uniform Distribution 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.4 The Normal Distribution 334\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5 Normal Distribution Applications 348\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.6 Developing and Conducting a Survey 363\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 Enrichment in Finite Mathematics 371\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1 Game Theory 372\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.2 Applications in Finance and Economics 385\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.3 Applications in Social and Life Sciences 394\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4 Monte Carlo Method 403\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.5 Dynamic Programming 422\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnswers to Odd Numbered Exercises 439\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Technology 502\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary 506\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 513\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarla C. Morris\u003c\/strong\u003e, PhD,?is Assistant Professor of Mathematics in the Associate in Arts Program at the University of Delaware. A member of The Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences and the Mathematical Association of America, Dr. Morris teaches courses ranging from college algebra to calculus and statistics. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert M. Stark\u003c\/strong\u003e, PhD,?is Professor Emeritus in the Departments of Mathematical Sciences and Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Delaware. 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