Finite Mathematics with Calculus: A Modeling Approach

by Richard Bronson, Gary J. Bronson

This text uses a modeling approach to unify the traditional topics of finite mathematics and calculus. Use of graphing calculators is carefully integrated to support the modeling approach. The authors apply graphical, numerical, and symbolic techniques to motivate understanding.

Hardcover

First published December 13, 1999

About the author

Richard Bronson is Professor Emeritus of Mathematics at Fairleigh Dickinson University where he served as Chair of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Acting Dean of the College of Science and Engineering, Interim Provost of the Metropolitan Campus, Director of Government Affairs, and Senior Executive Assistant to the President.

Antispin is his first novel. He also wrote eleven books in mathematics, some in their third edition with many translated into multiple languages. He has published children’s poetry in magazines, including Highlights for Children, and was on the editorial staff of the professional publications Simulation Magazine and SIAM News and the children’s magazine, Kids Club.

In 1994, Richard Bronson was awarded the Distinguished College or University Teaching award by the New Jersey Section of Mathematical Association of America. He also received the Fairleigh Dickinson University Distinguished Faculty Award for Research & Scholarship, the Distinguished Faculty Award for Service, and the University College Outstanding Teacher Award.