Overall the quality of presentation is excellent in terms of the depth of student learning supported. Terms, concepts, and procedures are clearly and stated explicitly. Examples are very effective and useful. They typically show steps on the left and explanations on the right. However, these explanations are often in terms of stating the procedure employed rather than in terms of the justification of the step.
Examples also go well beyond the moderate cases in many instances.
The emphasis on properties is good, and proof is often presented or required. The use of technology is not very frequent and is unlikely to be presented without underlying understanding. The number of student exercises is outstanding across topic areas, including an extensive number of application problems that are often very creative and interesting. The student work consistently extends into the moderate difficulty range, and the higher levels of difficulty are often provided. The book provides an outstanding opportunity for student learning.