Basic Math & Pre Algebra All In One for Dummies + Chapter Quizzes - Online

Absolutely everything you need to get ready for Algebra
 
Scared of square roots? Suspicious of powers of ten? You're not alone. Plenty of school-age students and adult learners don't care for math. But, with the right guide, you can make math basics "click" for you too!
 
In Basic Math & Pre-Algebra All-in-One For Dummies, you'll find everything you need to be successful in your next math class and tackle basic math tasks in the real world. Whether you're trying to get a handle on pre-algebra before moving to the next grade or looking to get more comfortable with everyday math--such as tipping calculations or balancing your checkbook--this book walks you through every step--in plain English, and with clear explanations--to help you build a firm foundation in math.
 
You'll also get:
* Practice quizzes at the end of each chapter to test your comprehension and understanding
* A bonus online quiz for each chapter, with answer choices presented in multiple choice format
* A ton of explanations, examples, and practice problems that prepare you to tackle more advanced algebraic concepts
 
From the different categories of numbers to mathematical operations, fractions, percentages, roots and powers, and a short intro to algebraic expressions and equations, Basic Math & Pre-Algebra All-in-One For Dummies is an essential companion for anyone who wants to get a handle on the foundational math concepts that are the building blocks for Algebra and beyond.

List of contents

Introduction 1
 
Unit 1: Getting Started with Basic Math & Pre-Algebra 5
 
Chapter 1: Playing the Numbers Game 7
 
Chapter 2: The Big Four Operations 15
 
Unit 2: The Big Four Operations: Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division 25
 
Chapter 3: Counting on Success: Numbers and Digits 27
 
Chapter 4: Staying Positive with Negative Numbers 37
 
Chapter 5: Putting the Big Four Operations to Work 55
 
Unit 3: Getting a Handle on Whole Numbers 75
 
Chapter 6: Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally: Evaluating Arithmetic Expressions with PEMDAS 77
 
Chapter 7: Turning Words into Numbers: Basic Math Word Problems 103
 
Chapter 8: Divisibility and Prime Numbers 127
 
Chapter 9: Divided Attention: Factors and Multiples 145
 
Unit 4: Fractions 161
 
Chapter 10: Understanding Fractions 163
 
Chapter 11: Fractions and the Big Four Operations 191
 
Chapter 12: Mixing Things Up with Mixed Numbers 213
 
Unit 5: Decimals and Percents 241
 
Chapter 13: Getting to the Point with Decimals 243
 
Chapter 14: Playing the Percentages 285
 
Chapter 15: Word Problems with Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages 307
 
Unit 6: Reaching the Summit: Advanced Pre-Algebra Topics 327
 
Chapter 16: Powers and Roots 329
 
Chapter 17: A Perfect Ten: Condensing Numbers with Scientific Notation 347
 
Chapter 18: How Much Have You Got? Weights and Measures 363
 
Chapter 19: Getting the Picture with Geometry 393
 
Chapter 20: Figuring Your Chances: Statistics and Probability 431
 
Chapter 21: Setting Things Up with Basic Set Theory 451
 
Unit 7: The X-Files: Introduction to Algebra 463
 
Chapter 22: Working with Algebraic Expressions 465
 
Chapter 23: Solving Algebraic Equations 499
 
Chapter 24: Tackling Algebra Word Problems 531
 
Chapter 25: Graphing Algebraic Equations 553
 
Index 583

About the author

Mark Zegarelli earned degrees in mathematics and English from Rutgers University. He is the founder of SimpleStep Learning, an online educational platform that teaches courses in basic concepts in ten minutes or less, keeping students engaged and learning in every moment. Mark is also author of several other successful For Dummies books.

Summary

Absolutely everything you need to get ready for Algebra

Scared of square roots? Suspicious of powers of ten? You're not alone. Plenty of school-age students and adult learners don't care for math. But, with the right guide, you can make math basics "click" for you too!

In Basic Math & Pre-Algebra All-in-One For Dummies, you'll find everything you need to be successful in your next math class and tackle basic math tasks in the real world. Whether you're trying to get a handle on pre-algebra before moving to the next grade or looking to get more comfortable with everyday math--such as tipping calculations or balancing your checkbook--this book walks you through every step--in plain English, and with clear explanations--to help you build a firm foundation in math.

You'll also get:
* Practice quizzes at the end of each chapter to test your comprehension and understanding
* A bonus online quiz for each chapter, with answer choices presented in multiple choice format
* A ton of explanations, examples, and practice problems that prepare you to tackle more advanced algebraic concepts

From the different categories of numbers to mathematical operations, fractions, percentages, roots and powers, and a short intro to algebraic expressions and equations, Basic Math & Pre-Algebra All-in-One For Dummies is an essential companion for anyone who wants to get a handle on the foundational math concepts that are the building blocks for Algebra and beyond.

Product details

• Authors: Zegarelli, M Zegarelli, Mark Zegarelli, Zegarelli Mark
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 28.02.2022
• EAN: 9781119867081
• ISBN: 978-1-119-86708-1
• No. of pages: 624
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Mathematics > Arithmetic, algebra; Mathematik, Mathematics, Allg. Mathematik, K-12, K-12 School, General K-12 School, Mathematics & Statistics/K-12