Mastering Mathematics

The second edition of this popular book has been fully revised. Geoff Buckwell combines a practical approach with a clear straightforward style. * A complete, self-contained course for individual study or classroom use * Investigations to help you explore topics in a more practical way * Problems at the end of chapters to consolidate what you have learned * Explains pencil and paper techniques in full * Illustrations and revision materials for enjoyable learning

Introduction.- Acknowledgements.- Working with Whole Numbers.- Working with Fractions and Decimals.- Introducing Algebra Ratios and Percentages.- Angle and Shape Length, Area and Volume Trigonometry.- Geometry and Construction Statistics.- More Algebra.- Probability.- Coordinates and Straight Line Graphs.- Curves, Functions and Equations.- The Circle and Further Trigonometry.- Matrices.- Vectors and Transformations.- The Calculus.- Hints and Solutions to Investigations.- Answers to Exercises.- Index.