Basic Math and Pre–Algebra For Dummies

NOTE EDITORE

Understand fractions, decimals, and percentages Unravel algebra word problems Work with graphs and measures Grasp prime numbers, factors, and multiples A fun and accessible guide to the fundamentals of math Somewhere along the line, you fell out of love with numbers. Simple math became difficult, and difficult math became impossible. But fear not, future math whiz you are holding the solution in your hands! Conquer your math anxiety forever with the easy–to–follow instructions and practical exercises of Basic Math & Pre–Algebra For Dummies. Master the Basics understand the Big Four operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division Strength in Numbers explore counting numbers, integers, rational numbers, and real numbers and learn how to work with each set Geometry Simplified gain a working knowledge of graphs and measurements from every angle Parts of the Whole learn to work confidently with fractions, decimals, and percentages, using real–world examples Math Your Way pick the approach traditional, easy, or quick trick that works for you Avoid Common Mistakes learn how to identify and avoid ten annoying math demons Unmask Mr. X tackle basic math and pre–algebra word problems, using single– and multiple–variable equations to find your answers Open the book and find: The basics of math addition, subtraction, multiplication, division Arithmetic expressions, whole numbers, factors, and multiples Fractions, decimals, and percentages Graphs, measures, stats, and sets Scientific notation and basic geometry An introduction to algebra and algebra word problems Ten math demons and how to avoid them Ten important number sets you should know

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Introduction 1 Part I: Getting Started with Basic Math and Pre–Algebra 5 Chapter 1: Playing the Numbers Game 7 Chapter 2: It's All in the Fingers: Numbers and Digits 25 Chapter 3: The Big Four: Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division 31 Part II: Getting a Handle on Whole Numbers 49 Chapter 4: Putting the Big Four Operations to Work 51 Chapter 5: A Question of Values: Evaluating Arithmetic Expressions 67 Chapter 6: Say What? Turning Words into Numbers 79 Chapter 7: Divisibility 91 Chapter 8: Fabulous Factors and Marvelous Multiples 99 Part III: Parts of the Whole: Fractions, Decimals, and Percents 113 Chapter 9: Fooling with Fractions 115 Chapter 10: Parting Ways: Fractions and the Big Four Operations 131 Chapter 11: Dallying with Decimals 157 Chapter 12: Playing with Percents 181 Chapter 13: Word Problems with Fractions, Decimals, and Percents 193 Part IV: Picturing and Measuring Graphs, Measures, Stats, and Sets 205 Chapter 14: A Perfect Ten: Condensing Numbers with Scientific Notation 207 Chapter 15: How Much Have You Got? Weights and Measures 215 Chapter 16: Picture This: Basic Geometry 227 Chapter 17: Seeing Is Believing: Graphing as a Visual Tool 249 Chapter 18: Solving Geometry and Measurement Word Problems 257 Chapter 19: Figuring Your Chances: Statistics and Probability 269 Chapter 20: Setting Things Up with Basic Set Theory 281 Part V: The X–Files: Introduction to Algebra 289 Chapter 21: Enter Mr. X: Algebra and Algebraic Expressions 291 Chapter 22: Unmasking Mr. X: Algebraic Equations 309 Chapter 23: Putting Mr. X to Work: Algebra Word Problems 321 Part VI: The Part of Tens 331 Chapter 24: Ten Little Math Demons That Trip People Up 333 Chapter 25: Ten Important Number Sets to Know 339 Index 347

AUTORE

Mark Zegarelli is the author of seven highly successful For Dummies titles on math, logic, and test prep topics. He holds degrees in both English and math from Rutgers University and is a math tutor and teacher.

ALTRE INFORMAZIONI

• Condizione: Nuovo
• ISBN: 9781118791981
• Collana: For Dummies
• Dimensioni: 233 x 19.95 x 189 mm Ø 530 gr
• Formato: Brossura
• Pagine Arabe: 384