Pre-Algebra Essentials For Dummies
Just the critical concepts you need to score high in pre-algebraThis practical, friendly guide focuses on critical concepts taught in a typical pre-algebra course, from fractions, decimals, and percents to standard formulas and simple variable equations.Pre-Algebra Essentials For Dummiesis perfect for cramming, homework help, or as a reference for parents helping kids study for exams.Get down to the basics — get a handle on the basics of math, from adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing to exponents, square roots, and absolute valueConquer with confidence — follow easy-to-grasp instructions for working with fractions, decimals, and percents in equations and word problemsTake the "problem" out of word problems — learn how to turn words into numbers and use "x" in algebraic equations to solve word problemsFormulate a plan — get the lowdown on the essential formulas you need to solve for perimeter, area, surface area, and volumeOpen the book and find:How to find the greatest common factor and least common multipleTips for adding, subtracting, dividing, and multiplying fractionsHow to change decimals to fractions (and vice versa)Algebraic expressions and equationsEssential formulasHow to work with graphs and chartsLearn to:Work with and convert fractions, decimals, and percentsSolve for variables in algebraic expressionsGet the right answer when solving basic math problems