| Feature | Leithold (PDF) | Modern Text (e.g., Stewart) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | ~450 pages | ~850 pages | | Graphing Calculator | Ignored (assumes scientific calc) | Integrated throughout | | Proofs | Included and required | Often omitted or labeled "optional" | | Cost | Potentially free (illegal) or $10 used | $150+ for access code | | Best For | Math majors, engineers, self-disciplined learners | General education, non-STEM majors |
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Transformations of graphs (shifting, stretching, and reflecting) 4. Polynomial and Rational Functions Synthetic division and the Remainder Theorem Finding real and complex zeros of polynomial functions Asymptotes and graphing of rational functions 5. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions Properties of logarithms Solving exponential and logarithmic equations | Feature | Leithold (PDF) | Modern Text (e
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