Book description
Solve for ‘X’ with this practical and easy guide to everything algebra
A solid understanding of algebra is the key to unlocking other areas of math and science that rely on the concepts and skills that happen in a foundational Algebra class. Algebra I All-In-One For Dummies is the key! With it, you’ll get everything you need to solve the mystery of Algebra I.
This book proves that algebra is for everyone with straightforward, unit-based instruction, hundreds of examples and practice problems, and two quizzes for every chapter – one in the book and another (totally different!) online. From graph and word problems to the FOIL method and common algebra terminology, Algebra I All-In-One For Dummies walks you step-by-step through ALL the concepts you need to know to slay your Algebra I class.
In this handy guide, you’ll also:
- Receive instruction and tips on how to handle basic and intermediate algebraic tasks such as factoring and equation simplification
- Banish math anxiety forever by developing an intuitive understanding of how algebra works
- Get a handle on graphing problems and functions, as well as inequalities and word problems
Algebra I All-In-One For Dummies is a must-read for Algebra students looking for an everything-in-one-book supplement to their coursework, as well as anyone hoping to brush up on their math before tackling a related subject, such as physics, chemistry, or a more advanced math topic.
Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Introduction
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Book 1: Starting Out with Numbers and Properties
- Chapter 1: Assembling Your Tools: Number Systems
- Chapter 2: Deciphering Signs in Expressions
- Chapter 3: Incorporating Algebraic Properties
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Chapter 4: Coordinating Fractions and Decimals
- Converting Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers
- Finding Fraction Equivalences
- Making Proportional Statements
- Finding Common Denominators
- Applying Fractional Operations
- Simplifying Complex Fractions
- Performing Operations with Decimals
- Changing Fractions to Decimals and Vice Versa
- Practice Question Answers and Explanations
- Whaddya Know? Chapter 4 Quiz
- Answers to Chapter 4 Quiz
- Book 2: Operating on Operations
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Book 3: Making Things Simple by Simplifying
- Chapter 7: Simplifying Algebraic Expressions
- Chapter 8: Working with Numbers in Their Prime
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Chapter 9: Specializing in Multiplication Matters
- Distributing One Factor Over Many
- Distributing Signs
- Mixing It up with Numbers and Variables
- Distributing More Than One Term
- Curses, Foiled Again — Or Not
- Squaring Binomials
- Multiplying the Sum and Difference of the Same Two Terms
- Powering Up Binomials
- Creating the Sum and Difference of Cubes
- Multiplying Conjugates
- Practice Questions Answers and Explanations
- Whaddya Know? Chapter 9 Quiz
- Answers to Chapter 9 Quiz
- Chapter 10: Dividing the Long Way to Simplify Algebraic Expressions
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Book 4: Factoring
- Chapter 11: Figuring on Factoring
- Chapter 12: Taking the Bite out of Binomial Factoring
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Chapter 13: Factoring Trinomials and Special Polynomials
- Recognizing the Standard Quadratic Expression
- Focusing First on the Greatest Common Factor
- Factoring Quadratic-Like Trinomials
- Factoring Trinomials Using More Than One Method
- Factoring by Grouping
- Putting All the Factoring Together and Making Factoring Choices
- Incorporating the Remainder Theorem
- Practice Questions Answers and Explanations
- Whaddya Know? Chapter 13 Quiz
- Answers to Chapter 13 Quiz
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Book 5: Solving Linear and Polynomial Equations
- Chapter 14: Establishing Ground Rules for Solving Equations
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Chapter 15: Lining Up Linear Equations
- Playing by the Rules
- Using the Addition/Subtraction Property
- Using the Multiplication/Division Property
- Putting Several Operations Together
- Solving Linear Equations with Grouping Symbols
- Working with Proportions
- Solving for Variables in Formulas
- Practice Questions Answers and Explanations
- Whaddya Know? Chapter 15 Quiz
- Answers to Chapter 15 Quiz
- Chapter 16: Muscling Up to Quadratic Equations
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Book 6: Dealing with Non-Polynomial Equations and Inequalities
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Chapter 17: Yielding to Higher Powers
- Queuing Up to Cubic Equations
- Determining How Many Possible Roots
- Applying the Rational Root Theorem
- Using the Factor/Root Theorem
- Solving by Factoring
- Solving Powers That Are Quadratic-Like
- Solving Synthetically
- Practice Questions Answers and Explanations
- Whaddya Know? Chapter 17 Quiz
- Answers to Chapter 17 Quiz
- Chapter 18: Reeling in Radical and Absolute Value Equations
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Chapter 19: Getting Even with Inequalities
- Defining the Inequality Notation
- Using the Rules to Work on Inequality Statements
- Rewriting Inequalities Using Interval Notation
- Solving Linear Inequalities
- Solving Quadratic Inequalities
- Dealing with Polynomial and Rational Inequalities
- Solving Absolute-Value Inequalities
- Solving Complex Inequalities
- Practice Questions Answers and Explanations
- Whaddya Know? Chapter 19 Quiz
- Answers to Chapter 19 Quiz
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Chapter 17: Yielding to Higher Powers
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Book 7: Evaluating Formulas and Story Problems
- Chapter 20: Facing Up to Formulas
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Chapter 21: Making Formulas Work in Basic Story Problems
- Setting Up to Solve Story Problems
- Applying the Pythagorean Theorem
- Using Geometry to Solve Story Problems
- Working around Perimeter, Area, and Volume
- Going ’Round in Circles
- Putting Distance, Rate, and Time in a Formula
- Counting on Interest and Percent
- Practice Questions Answers and Explanations
- Whaddya Know? Chapter 21 Quiz
- Answers to Chapter 21 Quiz
- Chapter 22: Relating Values in Story Problems
- Chapter 23: Measuring Up with Quality and Quantity Story Problems
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Book 8: Getting a Grip on Graphing
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Chapter 24: Getting a Handle on Graphing
- Thickening the Plot with Points
- Graphing Lines
- Computing Slopes of Lines
- Writing Equations of Lines
- Picking on Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
- Finding Distances between Points
- Finding Midpoints of Segments
- Practice Questions Answers and Explanations
- Whaddya Know? Chapter 24 Quiz
- Answers to Chapter 24 Quiz
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Chapter 25: Extending the Graphing Horizon
- Finding the Intersections of Lines
- Graphing Parabolas and Circles
- Curling Up with Parabolas
- Plotting and Plugging in Polynomial Graphs
- Investigating Graphs of Inequality Functions
- Taking on Absolute-Value Function Graphs
- Graphing with Transformations
- Practice Questions Answers and Explanations
- Whaddya Know? Chapter 25 Quiz
- Answers to Chapter 25 Quiz
- Chapter 26: Coordinating Systems of Equations and Graphing
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Chapter 24: Getting a Handle on Graphing
- Index
- About the Author
- Connect with Dummies
- End User License Agreement
Product information
- Title: Algebra I All-in-One For Dummies
- Author(s):
- Release date: December 2021
- Publisher(s): For Dummies
- ISBN: 9781119843047
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