: The text reduces geometric problems to algebraic ones using coordinates, a method tracing back to René Descartes.
: Other reviewers criticize its dated "paragraph" form and lack of diagrams, noting it contains only a few small charts and can be difficult for self-study. A major drawback for many is the lack of an answer key for the exercises. Coordinate Geometry (Dover Books on Mathematics) Coordinate Geometry (Dover Books on Mathematics)
: Some readers note it provides deep meaning to precalculus topics and is useful for gaining a thorough understanding rather than just a grade. : The text reduces geometric problems to algebraic