Introductory Algebra plus MyMathLab Student Access Kit - 9th Edition Author:Margaret L. Lial, John Hornsby, Terry McGinnis Lial/Hornsby/McGinnis's Introductory Algebra, 8e, gives students the necessary tools to succeed in developmental math courses and prepares them for future collegiate math courses and the rest of their lives. The Lial developmental team creates a pattern for success by emphasizing problem-solving skills, vocabulary comprehension, real-world appli... more »cations, and strong exercise sets. In keeping with its proven track record, this revision includes a sharp new design, many new exercises and applications, and increased Summary Exercises to enhance comprehension and challenge students' knowledge of the subject matter.« less