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Quantitative methods have become essential in economic forecasting, allocation of resources, portfolio analysis, inventory analysis, data-mining, and new and innovative solutions to myriad social and climate challenges. The aim of this text is to provide a basic understanding of these quantitative methods. Using topics such as finite mathematics, mathematics of finance, differential calculus, optimization, and curve fitting, this text provides the tools needed to solve modern business problems. The book features numerous business applications including cash flow, amortization, interest, loans, annuities, revenue/cost models, break-even, ordering, inventory control, profit/margin models, econometrics and more.
Features
Covers a review of algebra, finite math, mathematics of finance, differential calculus, optimization, and curve fitting
Feature numerous, realistic, business applications including cash flow, amortization, interest, loans, annuities, revenue/cost models, break-even, ordering, inventory control, profit/margin models, econometrics, and more
Provides extensive in-text examples and end of section exercises with key terms, key concepts, and appendices at the end of each chapter to reinforce material
Uses multiple tables, charts and graphs to illustrate topics
Includes PowerPoint slides for the instructor
The Basics
Graphs and Linear Equations
Functions
The Mathematics of Finance
Rates of Change: The Derivative
Optimization
Curve Fitting and Trend Lines
Appendix. Solutions to Selected Odd-Numbered Exercises