Basic Math & Pre-Algebra Workbook

Mark Zegarelli 

For Dummies | 2014 -2ª edição | 315 Páginas | rar - PDF | 4,6 Mb

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1ª edição - 2012/2007

Basic Math and Pre-Algebra Workbook For Dummies, 2nd Edition helps take the guesswork out of solving math equations and will have you unraveling the mystery of FOIL in no time. Whether you need to brush up on the basics of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division or you’re ready to tackle algebraic expressions and equations, this handy workbook will demystify math so you can get back to having fun in math class.

• Properly use negative numbers, units, inequalities, exponents, square roots, and absolute value

• Round numbers and estimate answers

• Solve problems with fractions, decimals, and percentages

• Navigate basic geometry

• Complete algebraic expressions and equations

• Understand statistics and sets

• Sample questions with step-by-step explanation

• Answers to practice problems so you can check your work

Let Basic Math and Pre-Algebra Workbook For Dummies, 2nd Edition take the guessing out of math and help you discover your problem solving potential.

Contents at a Glance

Introduction...... 1

Part I: Getting Started with Basic Math and Pre-Algebra.... 5

Chapter 1: We’ve Got Your Numbers......... 7

Chapter 2: Smooth Operators: Working with the Big Four Operations.. 23

Chapter 3: Getting Down with Negative Numbers..... 37

Chapter 4: It’s Just an Expression...... 49

Chapter 5: Dividing Attention: Divisibility, Factors, and Multiples... 69

PartII: Slicing Things Up: Fractions, Decimals, and Percents...... 89

Chapter 6: Fractions Are a Piece of Cake........ 91

Chapter 7: Fractions and the Big Four...... 109

Chapter 8: Getting to the Point with Decimals...... 143

Chapter 9: Playing the Percentages.... 165

Part III: A Giant Step Forward: Intermediate Topics...... 177

Chapter 10: Seeking a Higher Power through Scientific Notation... 179

Chapter 11: Weighty Questions on Weights and Measures. 189

Chapter 12: Shaping Up with Geometry.. 203

Chapter 13: Getting Graphic: Xy-Graphs...... 223

Part IV: The X Factor: Introducing Algebra..... 235

Chapter 14: Expressing Yourself with Algebraic Expressions... 237

Chapter 15: Finding the Right Balance: Solving Algebraic Equations.....257

Part V: The Part of Tens...... 273

Chapter 16: Ten Alternative Numeral and Number Systems.... 275

Chapter 17: Ten Curious Types of Numbers..... 283

Index....... 289