Head First Algebra
Subtitle: a Learner's Guide to Algebra I.
Contributors: Pilone, Dan
Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc.
Published: 2008
Place of publication: Sebastopol
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] :
Number of pages: 664
ISBN-13: 9780596800727
Subjects: Algebra
Description: Having trouble understanding algebra? Do algebraic concepts, equations, and logic just make your head spin? We have great news: Head First Algebra is designed for you. Full of engaging stories and practical, real-world explanations, this book will help you learn everything from natural numbers and exponents to solving systems of equations and graphing polynomials. Along the way, you'll go beyond solving hundreds of repetitive problems, and actually use what you learn to make real-life decisions. Does it make sense to buy two years of insurance on a car that depreciates as soon as you drive i.
Notes: Description based on print version record.
Table of contents: title: Table of Contents; Chapter 1: what is algebra?; Chapter 2: (more) complicated equations; Chapter 3: rules for numeric operations; Chapter 4: exponent operations; Chapter 5: graphing; Chapter 6: inequalities; Chapter 7: systems of equations; Chapter 8: expanding binomials & factoring; Chapter 9: quadratic equations; Chapter 10: functions; Chapter 11: real-world algebra; appendix i: leftovers; appendix ii: pre-Algebra review; Index.