For freshman level, one or two semester courses in Developmental Algebra. The Angel Series continues to offer proven pedagogy, sound exercise sets and superior student support. An emphasis on the practical applications of algebra motivates students and encourages them to see algebra as an important part of their daily lives. The student friendly writing style uses short, clear sentences and easy to understand language, and the outstanding pedagogal program makes the material easy to follow and comprehend. The new editions continue to place a strong emphasis on problem solving, incorporating it as a theme throughout the texts. Angel's solid exercise sets are recognized by reviewers as of the highest standards providing a large number of problems, paired exercises, and a broad and increasing range of difficulty.