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Embed an understanding of the concepts of chemistry and help students achieve greater success in the subject with 15th edition of Chemistry: The Central Science by Brown, LeMay et al.
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- An overview of hydrocarbons advanced applications and biological processes.
- Interactive Sample Exercises are linked to Practice Questions enhanced with feedback.
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- Updated section-opening text and images – enhances understanding of concepts, key inventions and discoveries.
- Updated End-of-section Exercises and Self-Assessment Exercises.
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Instructors at Miami Dade College, USA adopted Mastering Chemistry and found that students performing above average on Mastering homework had significantly higher final exam scores than those that performed at or below average.
Average final exam scores based on Mastering Chemistry quiz score and number of AFU extra credit points earned:
Figure 1. MC ≤83% ( n =23); MC >83% ( n =40); AFU Extra Credit Points ≤6 ( n =35); AFU Extra Credit Points >6 ( n =28); Spring 2018
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