Poole’s "Linear Algebra: A Modern Introduction, Cengage International Edition", 5th, prepares students to transition from computational to theoretical mathematics. Balancing theory and application, the conversational writing style combines traditional presentation with student-centered learning. Theoretical, computational and applied topics are presented in a flexible, integrated way. Stressing geometric understanding before computational techniques, vectors and vector geometry are introduced early to help students visualize concepts and develop mathematical maturity for abstract thinking. Numerous applications drawn from a variety of disciplines reinforce that linear algebra is a valuable tool for modeling real-life problems.
頁數:656
版次:第5版
年份:2026年
規格:平裝/彩色
ISBN:9798214405896
Chapter 1: Vectors
Chapter 2: Systems of Linear Equations
Chapter 3: Matrices
Chapter 4: Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors
Chapter 5: Orthogonality
Chapter 6: Vector Spaces
Chapter 7: Distance and Approximation
Chapter 8: Codes
Appendices A: Mathematical Notation and Methods of Proof.
Appendices B: Mathematical Induction.
Appendices C: Complex Numbers.
Appendices D: Polynomials.
Appendices E: Technology Bytes.