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Don't let quadratic equations make you irrational
If you are absolutely confused by absolute value equations, or you think parabolas are short moralstories, College Algebra DeMYSTiFied , Second Edition is your solution to mastering the topic's concepts and theories at your own pace. This thoroughly revised and updated guide eases you into the subject, beginning with the math fundamentals then introducing you to this advancedform of algebra. As you progress, you will learn howto simplify rational expressions, divide complex numbers, and solve quadratic equations. You will understand the difference between odd and even functions and no longer be confused by the multiplicity of zeros. Detailed examples make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapterquizzes and a final exam help reinforce key ideas.
It's a no-brainer! You'll learn about:
The x-y coordinate plane
Lines and intercepts
The FOIL method
Functions
Nonlinear equations
Graphs of functions
Exponents and logarithms
Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, College Algebra DeMYSTiFieD , Second Edition is your shortcut to a working knowledge of this engaging subject.
List of contents
Chapter 1 FundamentalsThe Distributive Property (factoring, distributing, the FOIL method)
Arithmetic with Rational Expressions (simplifying rational expressions, performing multiplication with rational expressions)
Exponents and Radicals (basic exponent and radical properties and using them to rewrite expressions)Quick Fraction Review
Chapter 2 Linear Equations and InequalitiesLinear Equations
Linear Inequalities
Absolute Value Equations
Absolute Value Inequalities
Chapter 3 Quadratic EquationsSolving Quadratic Equations by Factoring
Solving Quadratic Equations by Extracting Roots
Solving Quadratic Equations by Completing the SquareSolving Quadratic Equations Using the Quadratic Formula
Chapter 4 The x-y Coordinate PlaneChapter 5 Lines and ParabolasChapter 6 Nonlinear InequalitiesChapter 7 FunctionsChapter 8 Quadratic FunctionsChapter 9 Transformations and CombinationsChapter 10 Polynomial FunctionsChapter 11 Systems of Equations and InequalitiesChapter 12 Exponents and Logarithms
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Summary
Don't let quadratic equations make you irrational. This book eases you into the subject, beginning with the math fundamentals and then introducing you to this advanced form of algebra. As you progress, it helps you learn how to simplify rational expressions, divide complex numbers, and solve quadratic equations.
