Everyday Math For Dummies
Get tips and tricks to make math less painfulGet a handle on numbers at home, at work, and at playAfter you got out of school, you vowed never to deal with math again, right? But now every day seems to bring more math torture, whether it’s balancing your checkbook or calculating a restaurant tip. Relax! This friendly guide shows you how to tackle everyday math challenges with confidence, from refinancing your house to understanding odds at a casino.The Dummies WayExplanations in plain English"Get in, get out" informationIcons and other navigational aidsTear-out cheat sheetTop ten listsA dash of humor and funDiscover how toMake sense of your checkbookFigure out how much to tipEvaluate interest rates and investmentsDecipher percentages, statistics, and oddsUse algebra, trig, and geometry in the real world