The new edition of BEGINNING ALGEBRA is an exciting and innovative revision that takes an already successful book and makes it more compelling for today's users. The new edition has been thoroughly updated with a new interior design and other pedagogical features that make the book both easier to read and easier to use. Known for its clear writing and an engaging, accessible approach that makes algebra relevant, BEGINNING ALGEBRA helps users to develop problem-solving skills and strategies that they can use in their everyday lives. The new edition welcomes two new co-authors Rosemary Karr and Marilyn Massey who along with David Gustafson have developed a learning plan to help users succeed in Beginning Algebra and transition to the next level in their coursework.