The eighth edition of "Mathematics for Business" continues to provide solid, practical, and current coverage of the mathematical topics students must master to succeed in business today. The text begins with a review of basic mathematics and goes on to introduce key business topics in an algebra-based context. Chapter 1, Problem Solving and Operations with Fractions, starts off with a section devoted to helping students become better problem solvers and critical thinker while reviewing basic math skills. Optional scientific calculator boxes are integrated throughout, and financial calculator boxes are presented in later chapters to help students become more comfortable with technology as they enter the business world. The text incorporates applications pertaining to a wide variety of careers so students from all disciplines can relate to the material. Each chapter opener features a real-world application.