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Biografisk notat
Mary Jane Sterling taught algebra, business calculus, geometry, and finite mathematics at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois, for more than 30 years. She is the author of Trigonometry For Dummies and Finite Math For Dummies.
Algebra I Essentials For Dummies (9781119590965) was previously published as Algebra I Essentials For Dummies (9780470618349). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.
With its use of multiple variables, functions, and formulas algebra can be confusing and overwhelming to learn and easy to forget. Perfect for students who need to review or reference critical concepts, Algebra I Essentials For Dummies provides content focused on key topics only, with discrete explanations of critical concepts taught in a typical Algebra I course, from functions and FOILs to quadratic and linear equations. This guide is also a perfect reference for parents who need to review critical algebra concepts as they help students with homework assignments, as well as for adult learners headed back into the classroom who just need a refresher of the core concepts.
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Introduction 1
Chapter 1: Setting the Scene for Actions in Algebra 5
Chapter 2: Examining Powers and Roots 17
Chapter 3: Ordering and Distributing: The Business of Algebra 25
Chapter 4: Factoring in the First and Second Degrees 33
Chapter 5: Broadening the Factoring Horizon 45
Chapter 6: Solving Linear Equations 57
Chapter 7: Tackling Second-Degree Quadratic Equations 71
Chapter 8: Expanding the Equation Horizon 87
Chapter 9: Reconciling Inequalities 103
Chapter 10: Absolute-Value Equations and Inequalities 115
Chapter 11: Making Algebra Tell a Story 121
Chapter 12: Putting Geometry into Story Problems 133
Chapter 13: Grappling with Graphing 143
Chapter 14: Ten Warning Signs of Algebraic Pitfalls 157
Index 161- The "must-know" formulas and equations
- Exactly what you need to know to ace Algebra I
- Concise coverage of key topics
Critical concepts you need to know
Whether you're cramming, studying new material, or just need a refresher, this compact guide gives you a concise, easy-to-follow review of the most important concepts covered in a typical Algebra I course. Learn how to graph a line, incorporate intercepts, and compute slopes. Follow easy-to-grasp explanations to solve linear, quadratic, and cubic equations. Discover how to use algebra to solve everyday problems. Algebra I Essentials For Dummies lets you skip right to the parts where you need the most help. It's that easy!
Inside...
- Quick lessons on key topics
- The basic rules of algebra
- How to deal with decimals and fractions
- Tips for facing factoring
- When to use FOIL
- Get a grip on inequalities
- Smart ways to solve equations
Produktdetaljer
Biografisk notat
Mary Jane Sterling taught algebra, business calculus, geometry, and finite mathematics at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois, for more than 30 years. She is the author of Trigonometry For Dummies and Finite Math For Dummies.