Sullivan M. Algebra and Trigonometry

Addison Wesley, 2011. — 1176 pages. 9th Edition ISBN: 0321716566A proven motivator for students of diverse mathematical backgrounds, this text is organized and written with all students in mind. Striving to teach mathematics as a way of life, Sullivan provides understandable, realistic applications that are consistent with the abilities of any student. This text develops the trigonometric funtions using a right triangle approach and showing how it leads to the unit circle approach. Graphing techniques are emphasized, including a thorough discussion of polar coordinates, parametric equations, and conics using polar coordinates.