Algebra 1 for Dummies by Sterling, Mary Jane

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Book Title
Algebra 1 for Dummies
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9780764553257
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Publisher
Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-10
0764553259
ISBN-13
9780764553257
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2199103

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
384 Pages
Publication Name
Algebra I for Dummies
Language
English
Subject
Algebra / General
Publication Year
2001
Type
Textbook
Author
Mary Jane Sterling
Subject Area
Mathematics
Format
Trade Paperback

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Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
20.2 Oz
Item Length
9.3 in
Item Width
7.4 in

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Trade
LCCN
2001-089362
Dewey Edition
21
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
512
Table Of Content
Introduction. About This Book. What Not to Read. Foolish Assumptions. How This Book Is Organized. Where to Go from Here. Part I: Starting Off with the Basics. Chapter 1: Assembling Your Tools. Chapter 2: Assigning Signs: Positive and Negative Numbers. Chapter 3: Figuring Out Fractions and Dealing with Decimals. Chapter 4: Exploring Exponents and Raising Radicals. Chapter 5: Doing Operations in Order and Checking Your Answers. Chapter 6: Prepping for Operations. Part II: Figuring Out Factoring. Chapter 7: Working with Numbers in Their Prime. Chapter 8: Sharing the Fun: Distributing. Chapter 9: Factoring in the First Degree. Chapter 10: Getting the Second Degree. Chapter 11: Factoring Special Cases. Part III: Working Equations. Chapter 12: Lining Up for Linear Equations. Chapter 13: Solving Linear Equations. Chapter 14: Taking a Crack at Quadratic Equations. Chapter 15: Distinguishing Equations with Distinctive Powers. Chapter 16: Fixing Inequalities. Part IV: Applying Algebra. Chapter 17: Making Formulas Behave. Chapter 18: Sorting Out Story Problems. Chapter 19: Going Visual: Graphing. Part V: The Part of Tens. Chapter 20: The Ten Most Common Errors. Chapter 21: Ten Ways to Factor a Polynomial. Chapter 22: Ten Divisibility Rules. Chapter 23: Ten Tips for Dealing with Story Problems. Glossary. Index. Book Registration Information.
Synopsis
Get the right solution every time _ algebra the fun and easy wayTM!Includes a great glossary of algebraic terms for easy referenceThe pain-free way to explore algebra_and come out smilin'Does the word polynomial make your hair stand on end? Let Mary Jane Sterling show you the easy way to tackle algebra. This friendly guide explains the basics_and the tougher stuff_in easy-to-understand, no-nonsense language. Whether you want to brush up on your math skills or help your children with their homework, this book gives you power_to the nth degree.Discover how to:Find out about fractions and explore exponentsFigure out factoringSolve Linear equationsFactor quadratic equationsGraph equationsSolve story problemsThe Dummies WayTMExplanations in plain English"Get in, get out" informationIcons and other navigational aidsTear-out cheat sheetTop ten listsA dash of humor and funGet Smart! www.dummies.comSign up for daily eTips at www.dummiesdaily.comChoose from among 33 different subject categoriesGet news you can use on everything from money to health to computers, One of the most commonly asked questions in a mathematics classroom is, "Will I ever use this stuff in real life?" Some teachers can give a good, convincing answer; others hem and haw and stare at the floor. The real response to the question should be, "Yes, you will, because algebra gives you power " - the power to help your children with their math homework, the power to manage your finances, the power to be successful in your career (especially if you have to manage the company budget). The list goes on. Algebra is a system of mathematical symbols and rules that are universally understood, no matter what the spoken language. Algebra provides a clear, methodical process that can be followed from beginning to end to solve complex problems. There's no doubt that algebra can be easy to some while extremely challenging to others. For those of you who are challenged by working with numbers, Algebra I For Dummies can provide the help you need. This easy-to-understand reference not only explains algebra in terms you can understand, but it also gives you the necessary tools to solve complex problems. But rest assured, this book is not about memorizing a bunch of meaningless steps; you find out the whys behind algebra to increase your understanding of how algebra works. In Algebra I For Dummies , you'll discover the following topics and more: All about numbers - rational and irrational, variables, and positive and negative Figuring out fractions and decimals Explaining exponents and radicals Solving linear and quadratic equations Understanding formulas and solving story problems Having fun with graphs Top Ten lists on common algebraic errors, factoring tips, and divisibility rules. No matter if you're 16 years old or 60 years old; no matter if you're learning algebra for the first time or need a quick refresher course; no matter if you're cramming for an algebra test, helping your kid with his or her homework, or coming up with next year's company budget, Algebra I For Dummies can give you the tools you need to succeed., Will "rescue" the most intimidated student of algebra. Starts with the basics (signed numbers, fractions,exponents and expressions) and moves into the core of the subject, such as factoring prime numbers, distribution, second degree expressions, linear., One of the most commonly asked questions in a mathematics classroom is, "Will I ever use this stuff in real life?" Some teachers can give a good, convincing answer; others hem and haw and stare at the floor. The real response to the question should be, "Yes, you will, because algebra gives you power " - the power to help your children with their math homework, the power to manage your finances, the power to be successful in your career (especially if you have to manage the company budget). The list goes on. Algebra is a system of mathematical symbols and rules that are universally understood, no matter what the spoken language. Algebra provides a clear, methodical process that can be followed from beginning to end to solve complex problems. There's no doubt that algebra can be easy to some while extremely challenging to others. For those of you who are challenged by working with numbers, Algebra I For Dummies can provide the help you need. This easy-to-understand reference not only explains algebra in terms you can understand, but it also gives you the necessary tools to solve complex problems. But rest assured, this book is not about memorizing a bunch of meaningless steps; you find out the whys behind algebra to increase your understanding of how algebra works. In Algebra I For Dummies , you'll discover the following topics and more: All about numbers - rational and irrational, variables, and positive and negative Figuring out fractions and decimals Explaining exponents and radicals Solving linear and quadratic equations Understanding formulas and solving story problems Having fun with graphs Top Ten lists on common algebraic errors, factoring tips, and divisibility rules. No matter if you're 16 years old or 60 years old; no matter if you're learning algebra for the first time or need a quick refresher course; no matter if you're cramming for an algebra test, helping your kid with his or her homework, or coming up with next year's company budget, Algebra I For Dummies can give you the tools you need to succeed.
LC Classification Number
QA155.S74 2001

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