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This document contains step-by-step solutions to the exercises in Precalculus with Limits, 5th Edition by Larson. It covers key topics such as functions and graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometry, analytic geometry, sequences, series, and an introduction to limits. The solutions are designed to clarify problem-solving methods and reinforce foundational algebra and trigonometric concepts. It is ideal for homework support and exam preparation in precalculus courses.

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SOLUTION MANUAL

, CONTENTS
Part I Solutions to All Exercises ................................................................ 1

Chapter 1 Functions and Their Graphs ............................................................... 1

Chapter 2 Polynomial and Rational Functions .................................................. 60

Chapter 3 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions ......................................... 123

Chapter 4 Trigonometry................................................................................ 157

Chapter 5 Analytic Trigonometry.................................................................. 205

Chapter 6 Additional Topics in Trigonometry ................................................ 244

Chapter 7 Systems of Equations and Inequalities ........................................... 287

Chapter 8 Matrices and Determinants ............................................................ 338

Chapter 9 Sequences, Series, and Probability ................................................. 389

Chapter 10 Topics in Analytic Geometry ......................................................... 427

Chapter 11 Analytic Geometry in Three Dimensions ....................................... 501

Chapter 12 Limits and an Introduction to Calculus ........................................... 526

Appendix A Review of Fundamental Concepts of Algebra ................................ 557

Solutions to Checkpoints ............................................................. 581

Solutions to Practice Tests........................................................... 786

Part II Solutions to Chapter and Cumulative Tests ............................... 812




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, CH AP T ER 1
Functions and Their Graphs

Section 1.1 Rectangular Coordinates.................................................................... 2

Section 1.2 Graphs of Equations........................................................................... 5

Section 1.3 Linear Equations in Two Variables ..................................................10

Section 1.4 Functions.........................................................................................16

Section 1.5 Analyzing Graphs of Functions ........................................................20

Section 1.6 A Library of Parent Functions ..........................................................25

Section 1.7 Transformations of Functions ...........................................................28

Section 1.8 Combinations of Functions: Composite Functions ............................33

Section 1.9 Inverse Functions ............................................................................37

Section 1.10 Mathematical Modeling and Variation..............................................44

Review Exercises ...................................................................................................47

Problem Solving.....................................................................................................55

Practice Test...........................................................................................................58




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, C H A P T E R 1
Functions and Their Graphs
Section 1.1 Rectangular Coordinates
1. Cartesian
17. d = − x + y − y
3. Distance Formula
(3 − (−2)) + (−6 − 6)
2
=
2


5.
(5 ) + (−12)
2 2
=

= 25 + 144
= 13 units


19. d = − x + y − y

(−5 − 1) + (−1 − 4)
2 2
=

(−6) + (−5)
2 2
=
7. (− 3, 4)
= 36 + 25
9. x  0 and y  0 in Quadrant IV. = 61 units

11. x = −4 and y  0 in Quadrant II.
21. d = (x2 − x1) + ( y − y )
13. (x, − y) is in the second Quadrant means that (x, y) is  1 2  4 2
=  2 − 2  + −1 − 3 
in Quadrant III.  
15.  3 2  7 2
Year, x Number of Stores, y =  2  + − 
   3
2003 4906
9 49
= +
2004 5289 4 9
2005 6141 277
=
36
2006 6779
277
2007 7262 = units
6
2008 7720
23. (a) (1, 0), (13, 5)
2009 8416
(13 − 1) + (5 − 0)
2 2
2010 8970 Distance =

= 122 + 52 = 169 = 13
(13, 5), (13, 0)
Distance = 5 − 0 = 5 = 5

(1, 0), (13, 0)
Distance = 1 − 13 = −12 = 12

(b) 52 + 122 = 25 + 144 = 169 = 132

Year (t = 3  2003)



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Editorial review has deemed that any suppressed content does not materially affect the overall learning experience. Cengage Learning reserves the right to remove additional content at any time if subsequent rights restrictions require it.

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