Life of Fred: Linear Algebra Expanded Edition
Life of Fred Linear Algebra is part of the Life of Fred University Mathematics series, covering junior-year algebra after calculus. It includes chapters on linear equations systems and abstract topics like vector spaces. The book engages students with practice problems and fully worked solutions. This complete math program uses a narrative approach, making math enjoyable and relevant. Ideal for curious learners and those seeking a creative math approach.
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Life of Fred: Linear Algebra marks an engaging exploration into higher-level mathematics, ideally pursued after the completion of calculus. As part of the Life of Fred University Mathematics series and the initial offering of University Math Set 2, it serves as a junior-year algebra course filled with Fred's usual blend of wit and wisdom.
In this thought-provoking text, students will encounter four comprehensive chapters that tackle the complexities of linear equations. They will navigate through unique systems - those with a single solution, multiple solutions, and even those with none, as well as dynamic systems that evolve over time. Four additional sub-chapters venture into the more abstract realms of vector and inner product spaces to deepen their understanding, making abstract algebra concepts tangible and understandable.
Your Turn to Play segments intersperse the narrative, inviting students to apply their newfound knowledge through hands-on problem-solving. Students can then compare their solutions with the provided fully worked answers, reinforcing learning and ensuring comprehension.
Each chapter culminates with six city problem sets, named after various global metropolises, with answers readily available in this expanded edition. Topics covered include systems of equations, Gaussian and Gauss-Jordan elimination, matrices, LU-decomposition, vector spaces, inner product spaces, the Gram-Schmidt orthogonalization process, Fourier series, data fitting, and much more, including Markov chains.
The Life of Fred series, including this volume, is renowned for its unique, complete, and non-supplemental approach to teaching mathematics. Fred Gauss, the six-year-old math professor, brings mathematics to life with his humorous, unlikely, and zany adventures, showing students that math is both relevant and omnipresent.
This 368-page hardcover textbook is bound with Smyth-sewn binding for durability and designed for students to record their answers separately, encouraging the preservation of the book for future reference. It's an essential resource for any student ready to face the challenges of linear algebra with curiosity and enthusiasm, ensuring a solid understanding of the subject without relying on repetitive drills.
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Subject: Math
Grade: Grade 9
Brand: Polka Dot Publishing
Author: Stanley F. Schmidt
Dimensions: 10.38 x 7.25 x 1.13
UPC: 9781937032203