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Finite Mathematics (3e)
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Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus (3e)
Stefan Waner & Steven R. Costenoble


Finite Mathematics

Third Edition

by

Stefan Waner and Steven R. Costenoble

 

Table of Contents

 

Chapter 1 Functions and Linear Models

             Introduction

1.1        Functions from the Numerical and Algebraic Viewpoints

1.2        Functions from the Graphical Viewpoint

1.3        Linear Functions

1.4        Linear Models

1.5        Linear Regression

             Case Study: Modeling Spending on Internet Advertising

 

Optional Internet Topic:

            New Functions from Old: Scaled and Shifted Functions

On-Line Resources for Chapter 1:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Java Graphing Utility, Function Evaluator & Grapher , Excel Grapher, Simple Regression Utility

 

Chapter 2 Systems of Linear Equations and Matrices

             Introduction

2.1        Systems of Two Equations in Two Unknowns

2.2        Using Matrices to Solve Systems of Equations

2.3        Applications of Systems of Linear Equations

             Case Study: The Impact of Regulating Sulfur Emissions

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 2:

Chapter Summary, Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Row Operation and Pivoting Utility, Excel Row Operation and Pivoting Utility, Graphing Calculator Pivot Program (TI-82/83/85/86), Free Mac Gauss-Jordan Program

 

 

Chapter 3 Matrix Algebra and Applications

             Introduction

3.1        Matrix Addition and Scalar Multiplication

3.2        Matrix Multiplication

3.3        Matrix Inversion

3.4        Input-Output Models

             Case Study: The Japanese Economy

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 3:

Chapter Summary, Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Row Operation and Pivoting Utility, Excel Row Operation and Pivoting Utility, Matrix Algebra Tool, Free Mac Matrix Algebra Program

 

 

Chapter 4 Linear Programming

             Introduction

4.1        Graphing Linear Inequalities

4.2        Solving Linear Programming Problems Graphically

4.3        The Simplex Method: Solving Standard Maximization Problems

4.4        The Simplex Method: Solving General Linear Programming Problems

4.5        The Simplex Method and Duality (Optional)

             Case Study: Airline Scheduling

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 4:

Chapter Summary, Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Linear Programming Grapher, Simplex Method Tool, Row Operation and Pivoting Utility, Row Operation and Pivoting Utility, Excel Row Operation and Pivoting Utility

 

 

Chapter 5 The Mathematics of Finance

             Introduction

5.1        Simple Interest

5.2        Compound Interest

5.3        Annuities, Loans, and Bonds

             Case Study: Saving for College

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 5:

Chapter Summary, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Time Value of Money Utility

 

Chapter 6 Sets and Counting

             Introduction

6.1        Set Operations

6.2        Cardinality

6.3        The Addition and Multiplication Principles

6.4        Permutations and Combinations

             Case Study: Designing a Puzzle

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 6:

Chapter Summary, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises

 

Chapter 7 Probability

             Introduction

7.1        Sample Spaces and Events

7.2        Estimated Probability

7.3        Theoretical Probability

7.4        Probability and Counting Techniques (Optional)

7.5        Probability Distributions

7.6        Conditional Probability and Independence

7.7        Bayes' Theorem and Applications

             Case Study: The Monty Hall Problem

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 7:

Chapter Summary, Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, On-line Monty Hall Simulation

 

Chapter 8 Random Variables and Statistics

             Introduction

8.1        Random Variables and Distributions

8.2        Bernoulli Trials and Binomial Random Variables

8.3        Measures of Central Tendency

8.4        Measures of Dispersion

8.5        Normal Distributions

             Case Study: Spotting Tax Fraud with Benford's Law

 

Optional Internet Topics:

            Sampling Distributions and the Central Limit Theorem

            Confidence Intervals

            Hypothesis Testing

On-Line Resources for Chapter 8:

Chapter Summary, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Histogram and Probability Distribution Generator, Probability Distribution Generator and Grapher for Bernoulli Trials, Normal Distribution Utility, Normal Distribution Table

 

 

Chapter 9 Markov Systems

             Introduction

9.1        Markov Systems

9.2        Distribution Vectors and Powers of the Transition Matrix

9.3        Long-Range Behavior of Regular Markov Systems

9.4        Absorbing Markov Systems

             Case Study: Predicting the Price of Gold

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 9:

Chapter Summary, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, On-Line Markov System Simulation (Visual Simulation), Matrix Algebra Tool, Free Mac Matrix Algebra Program

 

 

Chapter G Game Theory (Available Electronically)

             Introduction

G.1       Two-Person Zero Sum Games; Reduction by Dominance

G.2       Strictly Determined Games

G.3       Solving Games using the Simplex Method

             Case Study: Harvesting Forests

 

 

Chapter L Introduction to Logic (Available Electronically and as an Interactive Web Page)

             Introduction

L.1       Statements and Logical Operators

L.2       Logical Equivalence, Tautologies and Contradictions

L.3       The Conditional and the Biconditional

L.4       Tautological Implications and Tautological Equivalences

L.5       Rules of Inference

L.6       Arguments and Proofs

 

Appendix A  Real Numbers

 

Appendix B  Table: Area Under a Normal Curve

 

Answers to Selected Exercises

 

Index

 

 

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Applied Calculus

Third Edition

by

Stefan Waner and Steven R. Costenoble

 

Table of Contents

 

Chapter 1 Functions and Linear Models

             Introduction

1.1        Functions from the Numerical and Algebraic Viewpoints

1.2        Functions from the Graphical Viewpoint

1.3        Linear Functions

1.4        Linear Models

1.5        Linear Regression

             Case Study: Modeling Spending on Internet Advertising

 

Optional Internet Topic:

   New Functions from Old: Scaled and Shifted Functions

On-Line Resources for Chapter 1:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Java Graphing Utility, Function Evaluator & Grapher, Excel Grapher, Simple Regression Utility

 

 

Chapter 2 Nonlinear Models

            Introduction

2.1        Quadratic Functions and Models

2.2        Exponential Functions and Models

2.3        Logarithmic Functions and Models

2.4        Logistic Functions and Models

             Case Study: Checking Up on Malthus

 

Optional Internet Topics:

Inverse Fuctions

Fitting Functions to Data: Linear and Exponential Regression

Using and Deriving Algebraic Properties of Logarithms

On-Line Resources for Chapter 2:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Java Graphing Utility, Function Evaluator & Grapher, Excel Grapher

 

 

Chapter 3 Introduction to the Derivative

             Introduction

3.1        Average Rate of Change

3.2        The Derivative: Numerical and Graphical Viewpoints

3.3        The Derivative: Algebraic Viewpoint

3.4        Derivatives of Powers, Sums, and Constant Multiples

3.5        A First Application: Marginal Analysis

3.6        Limits: Numerical and Graphical Approaches (Optional)

3.7        Limits and Continuity: (Optional)

3.8        Limits and Continuity: Algebraic Approach (Optional)

             Case Study: Reducing Sulfur Emissions

 

Optional Internet Topics:

Sketching the Graph of the Derivative

Proof of the Power Rule

Continuity and Differentiability

On-Line Resources for Chapter 3:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Excel Derivative Grapher,, Java Graphing Utility, Function Evaluator & Grapher, Excel Grapher

 

 

Chapter 4 Techniques of Differentiation

             Introduction

4.1        The Product and Quotient Rules

4.2        The Chain Rule

4.3        Derivatives of Logarithmic and Exponential Functions s

4.4        Implicit Differentiation

           Case Study: Projecting Market Growth

 

Optional Internet Topics:

Proof of the Quotient Rule

Proof of the Chain Rule

Linear Approximation and Error Estimation

On-Line Resources for Chapter 4:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials,

 

 

Chapter 5 Applications of the Derivative

             Introduction

5.1        Maxima and Minima

5.2        Applications of Maxima and Minima

5.3        The Second Derivative and Analyzing Graphs

5.4        Related Rates

5.5        Elasticity of Demand

             Case Study: Production Lot Size Management

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 5:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Excel Derivative Grapher,, Java Graphing Utility, Function Evaluator & Grapher, Excel Grapher

 

 

Chapter 6 The Integral

             Introduction

6.1        The Indefinite Integral

6.2        Substitution

6.3        The Definite Integral as a Sum: A Numerical Approach

6.4        The Definite Integral as Area: A Geometric Approach

6.5        The Definite Integral: An Algebraic Approach and  the Fundamental Theorem of
Calculus

             Case Study: Wage Inflation

 

Optional Internet Topics:

Numerical Integration

On-Line Resources for Chapter 6:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Numerical Integration Utility, Graphing Calculator Programs for Numerical Integration, Excel Riemann Sum Grapher

 

 

Chapter 7 Further Techniques and Applications of the Integral

            Introduction

7.1        Integration by Parts

7.2        Area Between Two Curves and Applications

7.3        Averages and Moving Averages

7.4        Continuous Income Streams

7.5        Improper Integrals and Applications

7.6        Differential Equations and Applications

             Case Study: Estimating Tax Revenues

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 7:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Excel Tutorials,

 

 

Chapter 8 Functions of Several Variables

            Introduction

8.1        Functions of Several Variables from the Numerical and Algebraic Viewpoints

8.2        Three Dimensional Space and the Graph of a Function of Two Variables

8.3        Partial Derivatives

8.4        Maxima and Minima

8.5        Constrained Maxima and Minima Applications

8.6        Double Integrals

             Case Study: Constructing a Best Fit Demand Curve

 

Optional Internet Topics:

Derivations of limits and derivatives of trig functions

On-Line Resources for Chapter 8:

Chapter Summary, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Surface Graphing Utility, Excel Surface Graphing Utility, Linear Multiple Regression Utility

 

 

Chapter 9 Trigonometric Models

            Introduction

9.1        Trigonometric Functions, Models, and Regression

9.2        Derivatives of Trigonometric Functions and Applications

9.3        Integrals of Trigonometric Functions and Applications

Case Study: Predicting Cocoa Inventories

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 9:

On-line version of this chapter, Chapter Summary, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Java Graphing Utility, Function Evaluator & Grapher, Excel Grapher

 

 

Chapter P: Calculus Applied to Probability and Statistics (Available Electronically and as an Interactive Web Page)

 

             Introduction

CP.1     Continuous Random Variables and Histograms

CP.2     Probability Density Functions: Uniform, Exponential, Normal, and Beta

CP.3     Mean,  Median, Variance and Standard Deviation

             Case Study: Creating a Family Trust

 

 

Appendix A: Algebra Review (Also Avaliable as an Interactive Series of On-Line Tutorials)

 

A.1       Real Numbers

A.2       Exponents and Radicals

A.3       Multiplying and Factoring Algebraic Equations

A.4       Rational Expressions

A.5       Solving Polynomial Equations

A.6       Solving Miscellaneous Equations

 

 

 

 

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Finite Mathematics and Applied Calculus

Third Edition

by

Stefan Waner and Steven R. Costenoble

 

Table of Contents

 

Chapter 1 Functions and Linear Models

             Introduction

1.1        Functions from the Numerical and Algebraic Viewpoints

1.2        Functions from the Graphical Viewpoint

1.3        Linear Functions

1.4        Linear Models

1.5        Linear Regression

             Case Study: Modeling Spending on Internet Advertising

 

Optional Internet Topic:

            New Functions from Old: Scaled and Shifted Functions

On-Line Resources for Chapter 1:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Java Graphing Utility, Function Evaluator & Grapher , Excel Grapher, Simple Regression Utility

 

Chapter 2 Systems of Linear Equations and Matrices

             Introduction

2.1        Systems of Two Equations in Two Unknowns

2.2        Using Matrices to Solve Systems of Equations

2.3        Applications of Systems of Linear Equations

             Case Study: The Impact of Regulating Sulfur Emissions

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 2:

Chapter Summary, Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Row Operation and Pivoting Utility, Excel Row Operation and Pivoting Utility, Graphing Calculator Pivot Program (TI-82/83/85/86), Free Mac Gauss-Jordan Program

 

 

Chapter 3 Matrix Algebra and Applications

             Introduction

3.1        Matrix Addition and Scalar Multiplication

3.2        Matrix Multiplication

3.3        Matrix Inversion

3.4        Input-Output Models

             Case Study: The Japanese Economy

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 3:

Chapter Summary, Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Row Operation and Pivoting Utility, Excel Row Operation and Pivoting Utility, Matrix Algebra Tool, Free Mac Matrix Algebra Program

 

 

Chapter 4 Linear Programming

             Introduction

4.1        Graphing Linear Inequalities

4.2        Solving Linear Programming Problems Graphically

4.3        The Simplex Method: Solving Standard Maximization Problems

4.4        The Simplex Method: Solving General Linear Programming Problems

4.5        The Simplex Method and Duality (Optional)

             Case Study: Airline Scheduling

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 4:

Chapter Summary, Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Linear Programming Grapher, Simplex Method Tool, Row Operation and Pivoting Utility, Row Operation and Pivoting Utility, Excel Row Operation and Pivoting Utility

 

 

Chapter 5 The Mathematics of Finance

             Introduction

5.1        Simple Interest

5.2        Compound Interest

5.3        Annuities, Loans, and Bonds

             Case Study: Saving for College

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 5:

Chapter Summary, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Time Value of Money Utility

 

Chapter 6 Sets and Counting

             Introduction

6.1        Set Operations

6.2        Cardinality

6.3        The Addition and Multiplication Principles

6.4        Permutations and Combinations

             Case Study: Designing a Puzzle

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 6:

Chapter Summary, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises

 

Chapter 7 Probability

             Introduction

7.1        Sample Spaces and Events

7.2        Estimated Probability

7.3        Theoretical Probability

7.4        Probability and Counting Techniques (Optional)

7.5        Probability Distributions

7.6        Conditional Probability and Independence

7.7        Bayes' Theorem and Applications

             Case Study: The Monty Hall Problem

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 7:

Chapter Summary, Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, On-line Monty Hall Simulation

 

Chapter 8 Random Variables and Statistics

             Introduction

8.1        Random Variables and Distributions

8.2        Bernoulli Trials and Binomial Random Variables

8.3        Measures of Central Tendency

8.4        Measures of Dispersion

8.5        Normal Distributions

             Case Study: Spotting Tax Fraud with Benford's Law

 

Optional Internet Topics:

            Sampling Distributions and the Central Limit Theorem

            Confidence Intervals

            Hypothesis Testing

On-Line Resources for Chapter 8:

Chapter Summary, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Histogram and Probability Distribution Generator, Probability Distribution Generator and Grapher for Bernoulli Trials, Normal Distribution Utility, Normal Distribution Table

 

 

Chapter 9 Markov Systems

             Introduction

9.1        Markov Systems

9.2        Distribution Vectors and Powers of the Transition Matrix

9.3        Long-Range Behavior of Regular Markov Systems

9.4        Absorbing Markov Systems

             Case Study: Predicting the Price of Gold

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 9:

Chapter Summary, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, On-Line Markov System Simulation (Visual Simulation), Matrix Algebra Tool, Free Mac Matrix Algebra Program

 

 

Chapter 10 Nonlinear Models

            Introduction

10.1      Quadratic Functions and Models

10.2      Exponential Functions and Models

10.3      Logarithmic Functions and Models

10.4      Logistic Functions and Models

             Case Study: Checking Up on Malthus

 

Optional Internet Topics:

Inverse Fuctions

Fitting Functions to Data: Linear and Exponential Regression

Using and Deriving Algebraic Properties of Logarithms

On-Line Resources for Chapter 10:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Java Graphing Utility, Function Evaluator & Grapher, Excel Grapher

 

 

Chapter 11 Introduction to the Derivative

             Introduction

11.1      Average Rate of Change

11.2      The Derivative: Numerical and Graphical Viewpoints

11.11    The Derivative: Algebraic Viewpoint

11.4      Derivatives of Powers, Sums, and Constant Multiples

11.5      A First Application: Marginal Analysis

11.6      Limits: Numerical and Graphical Approaches (Optional)

11.7      Limits and Continuity: (Optional)

11.8      Limits and Continuity: Algebraic Approach (Optional)

             Case Study: Reducing Sulfur Emissions

 

Optional Internet Topics:

Sketching the Graph of the Derivative

Proof of the Power Rule

Continuity and Differentiability

On-Line Resources for Chapter 11:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Excel Derivative Grapher,, Java Graphing Utility, Function Evaluator & Grapher, Excel Grapher

 

 

Chapter 12 Techniques of Differentiation

             Introduction

12.1      The Product and Quotient Rules

12.2      The Chain Rule

12.3      Derivatives of Logarithmic and Exponential Functions s

12.12    Implicit Differentiation

           Case Study: Projecting Market Growth

 

Optional Internet Topics:

Proof of the Quotient Rule

Proof of the Chain Rule

Linear Approximation and Error Estimation

On-Line Resources for Chapter 12:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials,

 

 

Chapter 13 Applications of the Derivative

             Introduction

13.1      Maxima and Minima

13.2      Applications of Maxima and Minima

13.3      The Second Derivative and Analyzing Graphs

13.4      Related Rates

13.13    Elasticity of Demand

             Case Study: Production Lot Size Management

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 13:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Excel Derivative Grapher,, Java Graphing Utility, Function Evaluator & Grapher, Excel Grapher

 

 

Chapter 14 The Integral

Introduction

14.1      The Indefinite Integral

14.2      Substitution

14.3      The Definite Integral as a Sum: A Numerical Approach

14.4      The Definite Integral as Area: A Geometric Approach

14.5      The Definite Integral: An Algebraic Approach and  the Fundamental Theorem of
Calculus

             Case Study: Wage Inflation

 

Optional Internet Topics:

Numerical Integration

On-Line Resources for Chapter 14:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Review Exercises, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Numerical Integration Utility, Graphing Calculator Programs for Numerical Integration, Excel Riemann Sum Grapher

 

 

Chapter 15 Further Techniques and Applications of the Integral

            Introduction

15.1      Integration by Parts

15.2      Area Between Two Curves and Applications

15.3      Averages and Moving Averages

15.4      Continuous Income Streams

15.5      Improper Integrals and Applications

15.6      Differential Equations and Applications

             Case Study: Estimating Tax Revenues

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 15:

Chapter Summary,  Section-by-section tutorials, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Excel Tutorials,

 

 

Chapter 16 Functions of Several Variables

            Introduction

16.1      Functions of Several Variables from the Numerical and Algebraic Viewpoints

16.2      Three Dimensional Space and the Graph of a Function of Two Variables

16.3      Partial Derivatives

16.4      Maxima and Minima

16.5      Constrained Maxima and Minima Applications

16.6      Double Integrals

             Case Study: Constructing a Best Fit Demand Curve

 

Optional Internet Topics:

Derivations of limits and derivatives of trig functions

On-Line Resources for Chapter 16:

Chapter Summary, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Surface Graphing Utility, Excel Surface Graphing Utility, Linear Multiple Regression Utility

 

 

Chapter 17 Trigonometric Models

            Introduction

17.1      Trigonometric Functions, Models, and Regression

17.2      Derivatives of Trigonometric Functions and Applications

17.3      Integrals of Trigonometric Functions and Applications

Case Study: Predicting Cocoa Inventories

 

On-Line Resources for Chapter 17:

On-line version of this chapter, Chapter Summary, Chapter True/False Quiz, Chapter Excel Tutorials, Java Graphing Utility, Function Evaluator & Grapher, Excel Grapher

 

 

Chapter P: Calculus Applied to Probability and Statistics (Available Electronically and as an Interactive Web Page)

 

             Introduction

CP.1     Continuous Random Variables and Histograms

CP.2     Probability Density Functions: Uniform, Exponential, Normal, and Beta

CP.3     Mean,  Median, Variance and Standard Deviation

             Case Study: Creating a Family Trust

 

 

Chapter G Game Theory (Available Electronically)

             Introduction

G.1       Two-Person Zero Sum Games; Reduction by Dominance

G.2       Strictly Determined Games

G.3       Solving Games using the Simplex Method

             Case Study: Harvesting Forests

 

 

Chapter L Introduction to Logic (Available Electronically and as an Interactive Web Page)

             Introduction

L.1       Statements and Logical Operators

L.2       Logical Equivalence, Tautologies and Contradictions

L.3       The Conditional and the Biconditional

L.4       Tautological Implications and Tautological Equivalences

L.5       Rules of Inference

L.6       Arguments and Proofs

 

 

Appendix A: Algebra Review (Also Avaliable as an Interactive Series of On-Line Tutorials)

A.1       Real Numbers

A.2       Exponents and Radicals

A.3       Multiplying and Factoring Algebraic Equations

A.4       Rational Expressions

A.5       Solving Polynomial Equations

A.6       Solving Miscellaneous Equations

 

 

Appendix B  Table: Area Under a Normal Curve

 

Answers to Selected Exercises

 

Index

 

Last Updated: July, 2003
Copyright © 2003 Stefan Waner and Steveen R. Costenoble

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