Algebra Vol. 1: An Elementary Text-Book for the Higher Classes of Secondary Schools and for Colleges (Classic Reprint)

Excerpt from Algebra Vol. 1: An Elementary Text-Book for the Higher Classes of Secondary Schools and for Colleges<br><br>IN this Edition considerable alterations have been made in chapter xii. In particular the proof of the theorem that every integral equation has a root has been amplified and also illustrated by graphical considerations.<br><br>An Appendix has been added dealing with the general algebraic solution of Cubic and Biquadratic Equations; with the reducibility of equations generally; and with the possibility of solution by means of square roots. As the theorems established have interesting applications in Ele mentary Geometry it is believed that they may find an appropriate place in an Elementary work on Algebra.<br><br>About the Publisher<br><br>Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com<br><br>This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases an imperfection in the original such as a blemish or missing page may be replicated in our edition. We do however repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.