College Trigonometry by Carl Stitz, Jeff Zeager

Book Contents :-
10. Foundations of Trigonometry 10.1 Angles and their Measure 10.2 The Unit Circle: Cosine and Sine 10.3 The Six Circular Functions and Fundamental Identities 10.4 Trigonometric Identities 10.5 Graphs of the Trigonometric Functions 10.6 The Inverse Trigonometric Functions 10.7 Trigonometric Equations and Inequalities 11. Applications of Trigonometry 11.1 Applications of Sinusoids 11.2 The Law of Sines 11.3 The Law of Cosines 11.4 Polar Coordinates 11.5 Graphs of Polar Equations 11.6 Hooked on Conics Again 11.7 Polar Form of Complex Numbers 11.8 Vectors 11.9 The Dot Product and Projection 11.10 Parametric Equations

About this book :-
"College Trigonometry" by "Carl?Stitz" and "Jeff?Zeager" is a comprehensive, student-friendly textbook designed for first-year college students or anyone learning "trigonometry". It focuses on core concepts such as "trigonometric functions", "right triangle ratios", "unit circle", and their real-world applications. The book begins with an introduction to measuring angles, defining trigonometric ratios, and understanding basic concepts, giving students a solid foundation before exploring more advanced topics. The textbook emphasizes "active learning", providing numerous examples, exercises, and problem-solving opportunities to reinforce understanding. Students learn how to graph functions such as sine, cosine, and tangent, apply trigonometric identities and equations, and model practical situations using trigonometry. Stitz and Zeager carefully connect conceptual understanding with problem-solving techniques, helping learners see how algebraic skills support trigonometric applications. Freely available under a Creative Commons license, this book is accessible for both classroom and independent study. Its clear explanations, structured progression, and consistent exercises support confidence-building and concept mastery. By the end of the course, students gain a strong understanding of trigonometry, ready to apply these skills in higher-level mathematics or real-world scenarios, making it an ideal resource for college learners seeking a practical, thorough approach.

Book Detail :-
Title: College Trigonometry by Carl Stitz, Jeff Zeager
Publisher: lulu.com
Year: 2013
Pages: 398
Type: PDF
Language: English
ISBN-10 #: B0155QD6EU
ISBN-13 #: N\A
License: CC BY-NC-SA 3.0
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About Author :-
The author Dr. Carl Stitz and Dr. Jeff Zeager are experienced "mathematics professors" and co-authors of "College Trigonometry", an open textbook designed to make trigonometry clear and accessible for undergraduate students. Both have extensive teaching experience at Ohio community colleges and focus on creating resources that support active learning. Their work covers key "trigonometric concepts", "functions", "identities", and applications with step-by-step examples and exercises. Their approach emphasizes practical problem-solving and effective "mathematics instruction", making it a trusted resource for both learners and instructors.

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