Linear Algebra

A First Course with Applications

By: Larry E. Knop

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Hardcover | 28 August 2008 | Edition Number 1

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746 Pages

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Rigorous yet Accessible Mathematical Development of the BasicsLinear Algebra: A First Course with Applicationsexplores the fundamental ideas of linear algebra, including vector spaces, subspaces, basis, span, linear independence, linear transformation, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors, as well as a variety of applications, from inventories to graphics to Google's PageRank.Provides the Option to Use Computational TechnologyUnlike currently available texts on the subject, this classroom-tested book gives students enough time to absorb the material by focusing on vector spaces early on and using computational sections as numerical interludes. It offers introductions to Maple'„¢, MATLAB Â® , and TI-83 Plus for calculating matrix inverses, determinants, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors.A Clear, Enjoyable Experience in Reading MathematicsMoving from the specific to the general, the author raises questions,provides motivation, and discusses strategy before presenting answers. Discussions of motivation and strategy include content and context to help students learn.

Industry Reviews

"Knop (Hamilton College) speaks directly to undergraduates with the intention of not only teaching concepts and skills pertaining to the field of linear algebra, but also encouraging them to read mathematics . . . Most importantly, perhaps, is the author saw a positive response in his students' performance in linear algebra when this book was used in his class."

- J.T. Zerger, Catawba College, in Choice: Current Reviews for Academic Libraries, August 2009, Vol. 46, No. 11

"To summarize, by limiting the mathematical scope of the book, and by carefully smoothing the path from the particular to the general, the author has provided an alternative approach to linear algebra that will be of interest to many of those who currently teach it."

- Peter Ruane, in MAA Online, February 2009

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