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เนื้อหาย่อ : This technical math text can be used for a one, two-, or three-semester course and presupposes a minimum of one semester of high school algebra. The text is written at the intermediate algebra level and features all necessary core mate- rial through calculus. Mathematics is not a spectator sport; therefore numerous problems are included so as to provide ample opportunity for involvement of the students. Also, many worked examples are given in which the emphasis is on patterns rather than rigorous proofs. Many of the applied examples are in the areas of electronics, physics, and chemistry. All chapters feature review and post tests. Although no sections deal specifically with hand-held calculators, the in- structor will readily see that the use of slide-rule calculators can be incor- porated very conveniently. The author would like to express his appreciation to Mrs. Wanda Bogle, who transformed lecture notes into student worksheets, and to the students who mastered this material. Also, appreciation is given to my division chairperson, Mr. Larry Johansen, who gave me personal encouragement during those long dry periods. A special thanks goes to Mr. John S. Snyder, Jr., Vice President, College Divi- sion, and Ms. Juliana Kremer, Administrative Assistant, at the W. B. Saunders Company. Their professional attitude and human warmth made the project a very enjoyable task. Also, the personal assistance of Ms. Lisette Cohen and Mr. Lloyd Black of the Saunders Editorial Department was of the highest quality. On pedagogical matters I wish to thank these experienced teachers: George W. Brewer, Odessa College; Dale Ewen, Parkland Community College; Harold Hackett, State University of New York, Agricultural and Technical College; David B. Taylor, Lenoir Community College; and Juliana Corn, Queensborough Community College.