Can't find any trigonometry textbooks under the math section

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the difficulty of finding trigonometry textbooks within a specific mathematics section on a forum. Participants explore whether trigonometry is typically included in algebra textbooks and seek recommendations for comprehensive trigonometry resources.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant notes the absence of trigonometry books in the mathematics section and questions if it is usually covered in algebra textbooks.
  • Another participant suggests that algebra and trigonometry may be combined in some textbooks, but verification requires checking the content of the books.
  • A different participant mentions finding links to trigonometry resources in the Math & Science Learning Materials section, indicating that there may be more available than initially seen.
  • One contributor recommends visiting a local library to explore multiple introductory texts on trigonometry to find one that suits individual learning preferences.
  • A participant expresses confusion about the location of trigonometry books and references a specific thread for a book recommendation, while seeking clarification from another user about where to find more resources.
  • Another user directs the original poster to the Mathematics Learning Materials Forum, suggesting that there are additional pages of material that may contain trigonometry resources.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the availability of trigonometry textbooks, with some suggesting they may be included in algebra texts while others indicate that specific resources can be found elsewhere. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best approach to finding suitable trigonometry materials.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty about the organization of the textbook sections and the availability of trigonometry resources, indicating potential limitations in navigating the forum's materials.

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Hi, I've looked under the mathematics textbook section on this site and I can see algebra and geometry but not a single trigonometry book... Is trigonometry normally covered in algebra books something?

My trigonometry is really quite terrible and I know the absolute basics so I'm looking for a good book that will covered everything from a right angle to the more advanced stuff. Any ideas?

Thanks.
 
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Sometimes, algebra and trig are covered in the same textbook. You won't know for sure until you look inside the book.
 
I just took a look in the Math & Science Learning Materials section. Take another look here (there is more than one page). I found links to two sites which cover trig (and say so in the title of the thread).
 
The nice thing about the introductory topics is the number of texts about them. I'd say go to the local library and check out 3 or 4 books and find one that works for you best.
 
Hmm I must be looking in the wrong section then because in the section where the categories are colour coded there is no trig books although I did find this one book posted by micromass https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=668628 but I absolutely had the font.

SteamKing where are you finding these trig books?
 
Go to the Math & Science Learning Materials section and click on the Mathematics Learning Materials Forum.

On the 2nd page, you will find this thread:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=441066

There are many more pages of material to go thru, not to mention what you can find on the WWW at large by googling 'Trigonometry'.
 

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