Books by Ian Jacques

If you want to increase your confidence in mathematics then look no further! Assuming little prior knowledge, this market-leading text is a great companion for those who have not studied mathematics in depth before. Breaking topics down into short sections makes each new technique you learn seem less daunting. This book promotes self-paced learning and study, as students are encouraged to stop and check their understanding along the way by working through practice problems. FEATURES Many worked examples and business related problems. Core exercises now have additional questions, with more challenging problems in starred exercises which allow for more effective exam preparation. Answers to every question are given in the back of the book, encouraging students to assess their own progress and understanding. Wide-ranging topic coverage suitable for all students studying for an Economics or Business degree.

Welcome to Economics Express a series of short books to help you: take exams with confidence prepare and deliver successful assignments understand quickly revise and prepare effectively. As you embark on your economic journey, this series of books will be your helpful companion. They are not meant to replace your lectures, textbooks, seminars or any other sources suggested by your lecturers. Rather, as you come to an exam or an assignment, they will help you to revise and prepare effectively. Whatever form your assessment might take, each book in the series will help you to build up the skills and knowledge you will need to maximise your performance. Each topic-based chapter will outline the key information and analysis, provide sample questions with responses, and give you the assessment advice and exam tips you will need to produce effective assessments based on these core topics. A companion website provides supporting resources for self testing, assessment, exam practice and answers to questions in the book. Ian Jacques was formerly a senior lecturer at Coventry University. He has considerable experience teaching mathematical methods to students studying economics, business and accounting.