Download or read book Introduction to Linear Algebra with Applications written by Jim DeFranza and published by Waveland Press. This book was released on 2015-01-23 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over the last few decades, linear algebra has become more relevant than ever. Applications have increased not only in quantity but also in diversity, with linear systems being used to solve problems in chemistry, engineering, economics, nutrition, urban planning, and more. DeFranza and Gagliardi introduce students to the topic in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-follow manner. Topics are developed fully before moving on to the next through a series of natural connections. The result is a solid introduction to linear algebra for undergraduates’ first course.