Modeling, Functions, and Graphs by Katherine Yoshiwara
Modeling, Functions, and Graphs - Table of Contents
1. Functions and Their Graphs
2. Modeling with Functions
3. Power Functions
4. Exponential Functions
5. Logarithmic Functions
6. Quadratic Functions
7. Polynomial and Rational Functions
8. Linear Systems
9. Sequences and Series
What You Will Learn in Modeling, Functions, and Graphs
"Intermediate Modeling, Functions, and Graphs" by "Katherine Yoshiwara" is a practical and accessible textbook for college students, focusing on "algebra", "functions", and "graphing". It is designed to help learners understand how mathematical concepts connect to real-world problems, providing a foundation for modeling, analyzing, and interpreting data. The book makes complex topics approachable through clear explanations and structured lessons.
The textbook covers essential topics such as linear and quadratic functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, polynomial and rational expressions, sequences and series, and systems of equations. Each chapter includes examples, exercises, and applications that gradually build students’ confidence and problem-solving abilities. Interactive activities, projects, and investigations help reinforce learning and show the practical relevance of algebraic methods.
Designed for both classroom and self-study, the book includes an Algebra Skills Refresher, instructions for using graphing calculators and GeoGebra, and selected answers. By emphasizing "functions", "graphing", and algebraic modeling, it strengthens analytical thinking, "problem-solving", and mathematical reasoning. This comprehensive approach equips students with the skills needed for advanced mathematics, science, and engineering courses while fostering independent learning and real-world application.
Book Details & Specifications
Title:
Modeling, Functions, and Graphs by Katherine Yoshiwara
Publisher:
Los Angeles Pierce College
Year:
2017
Pages:
344
Type:
PDF
Language:
English
ISBN-10 #:
0534419410
ISBN-13 #:
978-0534419417
License:
GNU
Amazon:
Amazon
About the Author: Kathy Yoshiwara
The author
Kathy Yoshiwara
is a seasoned mathematics educator and author, known for her expertise in "algebra", "functions", and "mathematical modeling". She attended Michigan State University, where she studied Greek and mathematics. She earned her M.A. in Mathematics from UCLA and has taught at Pierce College in Los Angeles for decades, with experience abroad through a Fulbright teaching exchange in England. Yoshiwara co-authored "Intermediate Modeling, Functions, and Graphs: Algebra for College Students" with her husband, Bruce Yoshiwara.
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