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Introductory linear algebra with applications.

by Bernard Kolman

This text provides an introduction to the basic ideas, computational techniques, and applications of linear algebra. The most applied of our basic texts in this market, this text has a superb range of problem sets. Also, this book is extremely technology-friendly, integrating optional CAS and a robust website. Topics covered include wavelets; the Leslie Population Model; fractals; dynamical systems; linear equations and matrices; determinants; vectors; eigenvalues and eigenvectors; linear transformations and matrices; linear programming; and more. Ideal as an introduction to Linear Algebra.

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