Linear Algebra For Dummies
Linear Algebra For Dummies by Mary Jane Sterling, published by John Wiley & Sons on July 7, 2009, is a comprehensive guide designed to make the concepts of linear algebra accessible. This 384-page edition presents an easy-to-follow approach to the practical applications of linear algebra, a branch of mathematics that utilizes matrices to solve systems of linear equations. The book aligns with typical college-level courses, covering essential topics such as matrices, vector spaces, linear transformations, determinants, and eigenvalues.
Readers will find that this book not only focuses on the methods for solving linear algebraic problems but also emphasizes the underlying principles, providing a deeper understanding of the subject. With applications spanning various fields, including sociology, engineering, and computer programming, this resource serves as a valuable tool for students and educators alike. The clear presentation of theoretical and practical approaches ensures that readers can grasp both the how and the why of linear algebra.
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An easy-to-follow guide to practical, real-world applications of linear algebra
Linear algebra is a branch of mathematics that uses matrices to solve systems of linear equations; it has applications in many disciplines, from sociology and game theory to computer programming, engineering, and business. Linear Algebra For Dummies maps to a typical, college-level linear algebra course, in which students first study matrices and matrix operations, then apply those fundamentals to abstract topics such as vector spaces, linear transformations, determinants, and, finally, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. It gives students theoretical and practical ways of approaching various types of problems, presenting the information in a way that allows readers to fully digest not just the how of solving linear algebraic problems, but also the why.
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