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Informationen zum Autor Mark Zegarelli is the author of SAT Math For Dummies, Basic Math & Pre-Algebra For Dummies, and nine other books in the For Dummies series. He holds degrees in both English and math from Rutgers University. Most recently, he provides online lessons for kids as young as four years old, showing them easy ways to understand - and enjoy! - square numbers and square roots, factors, prime numbers, fractions, and even basic algebra concepts. Klappentext Zero in on the mathematics portion of the ACT(r) examA high score on the math section of the ACT could be your entrance key to the college of your dreams--and ACT (r) Math Prep For Dummies gives you the tools you need to get there. Find simple explanations of basic math, algebra, geometry, and trig, plus problem-solving tips to help you breeze through even the toughest questions. Then get down to business with in-book practice tests and access to a new online test bank. You'll be opening those acceptance letters in no time.Inside...* Review of all ACT math basics* Pre-algebra and basic algebra* Geometry and trigonometry* Coordinate geometry* Math practice tests with clear answer explanations* Insider tips and techniques Zusammenfassung Improve your score on the math section of the ACTA good math score on the ACT exam can set you on the path to a number of rewarding college programs and future careers, especially in the STEM fields. ACT Math Prep For Dummies walks you through this challenging exam section, with simple explanations of math concepts and proven test-taking strategies. Now including access to an all-new online test bank--so you can hammer out even more practice sessions--this book will help you hone your skills in pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and beyond. Handy problem-solving tips mean you'll be prepared for the ever-more-advanced questions that the ACT throws at students each year.* Learn exactly what you'll need to know to score well on the ACT math section* Get tips for solving problems quicker and making good guesses when you need to* Drill down into more complex concepts like matrices and functions* Practice, practice, practice, with three online testsIf you're a high school student preparing to take the ACT and you need extra math practice, ACT Math Prep For Dummies has your back. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction 1 Part 1: Getting into the Act: An Overview of ACT Math Basics 5 Chapter 1: Reviewing ACT Math Basics 7 Chapter 2: Boosting Your Test-Taking Skills 19 Chapter 3: Discovering Some Problem-Solving Strategies 27 Part 2: Building Your Pre-Algebra and Elementary Algebra Skills 39 Chapter 4: Starting with the Basics: Pre-Algebra 41 Chapter 5: It's Elementary Algebra, My Dear Watson 57 Chapter 6: Real-World Math: Statistics and Probability 75 Chapter 7: Practice Problems for Pre-Algebra and Elementary Algebra 93 Part 3: Digging In to Intermediate Algebra and Coordinate Geometry 113 Chapter 8: Moving to Intermediate Algebra 115 Chapter 9: Coordinating a Path through Coordinate Geometry 141 Chapter 10: Practice Problems for Intermediate Algebra and Coordinate Geometry 165 Part 4: Visualizing Plane Geometry and Trigonometry 185 Chapter 11: Plain Talk about Plane Geometry 187 Chapter 12: Trig and Beyond: ACT Advanced Math Topics 211 Chapter 13: Practice Problems for Geometry, Trig, and Advanced Math 233 Part 5: Tracking Your Progress with Practice Tests 255 Chapter 14: Practice Test 1 257 Chapter 15: Practice Test 1: Answers and Explanations 271 Chapter 16: Practice Test 2 289 Chapter 17: Practice Test 2: Answers and Explanations 303 Part 6: The Part of Tens 319 Chapter 18: Ten Key Differences Between the ACT and the SAT 321 Chapter...
