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Algebra I for dummies

Call Number

  • 512 S8388 2010 (CEN)

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Edition

2nd ed.

Publication Information

Hoboken, NJ : Wiley Pub., Inc., 2010.

Physical Description

xiv, 368 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Summary

Let this friendly guide show you the easy way to tackle algebra. You'll get plain-English explanations of the basics-- and the tougher stuff-- in terms you can understand.

Notes

Includes index.

Contents

  • Starting off with the basics. Assembling your tools ; Assigning signs : positive and negative numbers ; Figuring out fractions and dealing with decimals ; Exploring exponents and raising radicals ; Doing operations in order and checking your answers
  • Figuring out factoring. Working with numbers in their prime ; Sharing the fun : distribution ; Getting to first base with factoring ; Getting the second degree ; Factoring special cases
  • Working equations. Establishing ground rules for solving equations ; Solving linear equations ; Taking a crack at quadratic equations ; Distinguishing equations with distinctive powers ; Rectifying inequalities
  • Applying algebra. Taking measure with formulas ; Formulating for profit and pleasure ; Sorting out story problems ; Going visual : graphing ; Lining up graphs of lines
  • The part of tens. The ten best ways to void pitfalls ; The ten most famous equations.

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