Algebra Workbook for Dummies

Introduction.

Part I: Getting a Grip on Basic Concepts.

Chapter 1: Signing On with Signed Numbers.

Chapter 2: Making Use of Algebraic Properties.

Chapter 3: Working with Fractions.

Chapter 4: Discovering Exponents.

Chapter 5: Taming the Radicals.

Chapter 6: Keeping It Simple for Algebraic Expressions.

Part II: Operating and Factoring.

Chapter 7: Using Special Rules for Multiplying Expressions.

Chapter 8: Doing Long Division to Simplify Algebraic Expressions.

Chapter 9: Factoring Algebraic Expressions.

Chapter 10: Two at a Time with Factoring.

Chapter 11: Factoring Trinomials and Other Expressions.

Part III: Stirring Up Solutions.

Chapter 12: Putting It on the Line: Solving Linear Equations.

Chapter 13: Solving Quadratic Equations.

Chapter 14: Yielding to Higher Powers.

Chapter 15: Solving Radical and Absolute Value Equations.

Chapter 16: Working with Inequalities.

Part IV: Applying Your Skills to Solve Story Problems and Graphs.

Chapter 17: Figuring Out Formulas.

Chapter 18: Applying Formulas to Basic Story Problems.

Chapter 19: Comparing Things in Story Problems.

Chapter 20: Weighing In on Quality and Quantity Story Problems.

Chapter 21: Getting to the Point with Graphing.

Part V: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 22: Ten Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid 'Em.

Chapter 23: Ten Quick Tips to Make Algebra a Breeze.

Index.

Mary Jane Sterling ist Dozentin für Mathematik an der Bradley University.