Lay, David C.

Linear algebra and its applications / David C. Lay - 2nd ed. update - Reading, Mass. : Addison-Wesley, c2000 - xx, 112 p. ; 24 cm.

Preface. A. Note to Students. 1. Linear Equations in Linear Algebra. 2. Matrix Algebra. 3. Determinants. 4. Vector Spaces. 5. Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors. 6. Orthogonality and Least-Squares. 7. Symmetric Matrices and Quadratic Forms. App. A. Uniqueness of the Reduced Echelon Form A1. App. B. Complex Numbers A3. Glossary A9. Answers to Odd-Numbered Exercises A21. Index.

This updated second edition provides even more visualization of concepts, along with enhanced technology support for both students and instructors. As before, the text provides a modern elementary introduction to linear algebra and some of its interesting applications, accessible to students with the maturity that should come from successfully completing two semesters of college-level mathematics, usually calculus. - Preface

Accompanied by : 1 computer optical disc (4 3/4 in.) : David C. Lay. Linear algrebra and its applications : student resource. ISBN 0201618435. Includes Registration coupon for access to the Instructor Web site to accompany : Linear algebra and its applications. Updated second ed. ISBN 0201648539

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