Exam Preparation

Inside you will find 3,000 solved problems with complete solutions—the largest selection of solved problems yet published on linear algebra; it's a superb index to help you quickly locate the types of problems you want to solve, and includes problems like those you'll find on your exams. In addition, you'll find techniques for choosing the correct approach to problems, and guidance on choosing the quickest and most efficient solution.

Linear algebra is relatively easy for students during the early stages of the course, when the material is presented in a familiar, concrete setting. But when abstract concepts are introduced, students often hit a brick wall. Lay introduces the abstract concepts of linear algebra in a familiar, concrete setting, develops them gradually, and returns to them again and again throughout the text.