Elementary Co-Ordinate Geometry

Elementary Co-Ordinate Geometry: For Collegiate Use And Private Study (1886) is a comprehensive textbook written by William Benjamin Smith. The book is designed to provide a thorough understanding of co-ordinate geometry, a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of geometric figures using algebraic equations. The book is intended for use by college students and individuals who wish to study the subject privately.The book begins by introducing the fundamental concepts of co-ordinate geometry, including the Cartesian plane, co-ordinate axes, and co-ordinates of points. It then proceeds to cover a wide range of topics, including straight lines, circles, parabolas, ellipses, hyperbolas, and conic sections. The book also includes chapters on transformations, polar co-ordinates, and higher-dimensional geometry.The author employs a clear and concise writing style to ensure that readers can easily understand the concepts presented in the book. The text is supplemented with numerous examples, illustrations, and exercises, which help to reinforce the material covered in each chapter. The book also includes a comprehensive index, making it easy for readers to locate specific topics.Overall, Elementary Co-Ordinate Geometry: For Collegiate Use And Private Study (1886) is an excellent resource for anyone interested in learning co-ordinate geometry. Its clear and concise writing style, comprehensive coverage of the subject matter, and numerous examples and exercises make it an ideal textbook for college students and individuals studying the subject privately.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.