The Everything Guide to Algebra: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Basics of Algebra - in Plain English!

by Christopher Monahan

Overview

Whether you need help solving equations or determining the slope of a line, this guide gives you the tools you need to find your answers! Beginning with the basics, you will learn and practice all the skills needed to enhance your algebra expertise.

This comprehensive guide covers all the key concepts, including:

• Variables and expressions
• Linear equations and inequalities
• Monomials and polynomials
• Exponents
• Rational expressions
• The Pythagorean theorem
• Area and perimeter
• Graphs and charts

Inside you'll find hundreds of examples to illustrate the basics and plenty of exercises to ensure mastery of these fundamentals. No matter if you're a student looking for a companion to your textbook, or a curious learner who's been away from the classroom too long, this will be your indispensable algebra primer.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781440504594
Publisher:	Adams Media
Publication date:	06/18/2011
Series:	Everything®
Sold by:	SIMON & SCHUSTER
Format:	eBook
Pages:	304
File size:	10 MB

About the Author

Christopher Monahan teaches high school mathematics in New York State and is a national instructor with Texas Instruments' Teaching Teachers with Technology program. Chris was President of the Association of Mathematics Teachers of New York State during the 2009-2010 school year, working with the state education department to assess the proposed national Common Core Standards.