Introduction to Matrices and Linear Transformations: Third Edition (Dover Books on Mathematics)

Book Details

• Author: Daniel T. Finkbeiner

• Publisher: Dover

• Edition: 3rd Edition

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 480

• Release Date: 19-05-2011

• ISBN: 9780486481593

• Languages: English

• Package Dimensions:

  • Length: 8.5 inches

  • Width: 5.4 inches

  • Height: 0.9 inches

About The Book
This versatile undergraduate textbook, authored by Daniel T. Finkbeiner, is an indispensable resource for courses in linear algebra. Perfectly suited for a two-semester course, this edition offers comprehensive coverage of linear algebra, including both formal theory and practical computational techniques. The author provides a clear and methodical approach, beginning with the familiar problem of solving systems of linear equations and progressing to more complex topics such as linear spaces and mappings, matrices, determinants, inner product spaces, scalar-valued functions, and linear differential equations.

Chapter Ten, which focuses on linear programming, is especially valuable for students of business and economics. The book introduces Euclidean space concepts early on, making it accessible for those new to the subject. The use of Gaussian elimination as a computational technique throughout the book ensures that readers gain hands-on experience in solving linear equations.

Solutions to selected exercises at the end of the book make this text even more practical, providing additional resources for students to check their understanding and work through challenging problems. With 480 pages of expertly crafted content, this textbook is both a solid foundation for learning and a useful reference for future studies.

Ideal for students of all levels, this book’s compact size (8.5 x 5.4 x 0.9 inches) makes it easy to carry and reference whenever needed.