Many students worry about starting algebra. Pre-Algebra Essentials For Dummies provides an overview of criticalpre-algebra concepts to help new algebra students (and theirparents) take the next step without fear. Free of ramp-up material, Pre-Algebra Essentials For Dummies contains content focusedon key topics only. It provides discrete explanations of criticalconcepts taught in a typical pre-algebra course, from fractions, decimals, and percents to scientific notation and simple variableequations. This guide is also a perfect reference for parents whoneed to review critical pre-algebra concepts as they help studentswith homework assignments, as well as for adult learners headedback into the classroom who just need to a refresher of the coreconcepts.
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Cuprins
Introduction.
Chapter 1: Arming Yourself with Math Basics.
Chapter 2: Evaluating Arithmetic Expressions.
Chapter 3: Say What? Making Sense of Word Problems.
Chapter 4: Figuring Out Fractions.
Chapter 5: Deciphering Decimals.
Chapter 6: Puzzling Out Percents.
Chapter 7: Fraction, Decimal, and Percent Word Problems.
Chapter 8: Using Variables in Algebraic Expressions.
Chapter 9: X’s Secret Identity: Solving Algebraic Equations.
Chapter 10: Decoding Algebra Word Problems.
Chapter 11: Geometry: Perimeter, Area, Surface Area, and Volume.
Chapter 12: Picture It! Graphing Information.
Chapter 13: Ten Essential Math Concepts.
Index.
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Mark Zegarelli is a math tutor and author of several books, including Basic Math & Pre-Algebra For Dummies.
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