Are you are seeking clarity and success in learning (or teaching) algebra?
Do you struggle with math & algebra?
Do you consider yourself "not a math person"?
Are you looking for a guide that "tells you exactly what you need to know" without the clutter?
If you said YES to any of these questions, THIS IS THE BOOK FOR YOU.
One of the biggest missing factors in math education is COMMUNICATION. This book provides that missing element. It is your personal tutor that translates the math into words, explains what things mean, tells you what clues to look for, and tells you exactly how to solve problems. This guide focuses on all the important topics of algebra including:
-Exponents & Radicals
-Linear Equations
-Simplifying
-Systems of Linear Equations
-Factoring
-Polynomials
-Quadratic Equations
-Rational Expressions & Equations
This book explains algebra with unique sections you won't find in any other study guide such as:
-Obscure Properties of Zero, One & Negatives
-Why PEMDAS is Wrong
-The Real Order of Operations
-Commutative Property vs. Associative Property
-The Prime Number Multiples Table
-Is 51 a Prime Number?
-GCF vs. LCD
-What Does "Undefined" Mean?
-Parallel & Perpendicular Lines on a Graph
-What Does "Solving in Terms of" Mean?
-The Wrong Way to Simplify a Rational Expression
-The Part Everyone Forgets (The Last Step of the Quadratic Equation)
-Special Words for Special Cases
-Prime vs. No Solution
-The All-LCD Method
-Cross-Multiplying vs. Cross Cancelling
-Solving Rational Equations & Extraneous Solutions
-List of Common Radical Fingerprints
-Manipulating & Simplifying Radicals
-The Two Meanings of "Cancelling Out"
-What Does "Error" on a Calculator Mean?
-Scientific Notation on Your Calculator
-FMMs (Frequently Made Mistakes)
This book contains:
-Step-by-Step Instructions
-Annotated Examples
-Detailed Descriptions
-Hyperlinks for quick and easy topic jumping (eBook only)
And:
-will help you process what you see and hear
-will tell you how to write and speak the math
-highlights the most commonly made mistakes
-connects key topics & explains the purpose of what you're doing
With its easy click-able hyperlinks and table of contents, this is the perfect resource to keep on any smart device to help you with homework, review key topics, & prepare for exams & quizzes such as: mid-terms, finals, EOC, EOG, EOY, SAT, ACT, GRE, CLEP, TASC, college placement, etc.
It will help any student solidify the important fundamentals used in Basic Math, some Number Theory, Algebra I, Algebra II, Introductory Algebra, Elementary Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, College Algebra, Pre-Calculus and Calculus.
Use this book to:
-Understand algebra clearer & faster
-Reduce stress & confusion
-Pass exams
-Achieve a higher GPA
This book is the perfect companion to your textbook, and makes a great gift.
For algebra-based word problems, use the companion book: WORD PROBLEMS DECODED.
More algebra topics are continued in
ALGEBRA IN WORDS 2 which focuses on
-Absolute Value Equations
-Inequalities
-Logs, Natural Logs, & Exponentials
-Rational Exponents
-Radicals & Radical Equations
-More on Quadratics & Parabolas
-Scientific Notation
-Circles
-Variation & Proportionality
and MORE
Gregory Bullock is also the author of
COLLEGE SUCCESS: An Insider's Guide to Higher GRADES, More MONEY, & Better HEALTH;
WORD PROBLEMS DECODED;
ALGEBRA IN WORDS 3: Notes for Algebra 2, College Algebra & Pre-Calc on Functions, Polynomials, Theorems, Rational Functions & Systems of Equations; and
CHEMISTRY in WORDS: Constructing Lewis Dot Structures and 3D Molecular Geometry
