Acknowledgments

This book would not have been possible without the contributions of several invaluable collaborators. The authors would like to thank Anshul Sharma and Laura Norman for putting together a strong team; Jonathan Gordon, technical editor, for ensuring the accuracy of every word on every page; Megan Ahearn, keystroker, for testing every step in every lesson; Elizabeth Welch, copyeditor, and Kim Wimpsett, proofreader, for making sure every i was dotted and every t was crossed; and Tracey Croom, senior production editor at Pearson, for overseeing the entire production process and keeping everybody informed and on track. In addition, we appreciate the invaluable influence of John Cruise, whose contributions remain throughout this book.