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Prealgebra and Introductory Algebra - Elayn Martin-Gay

Prealgebra and Introductory Algebra

Buch | Softcover
1424 Seiten
2004
Pearson (Verlag)
978-0-13-144972-5 (ISBN)
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For courses in Prealgebra and Introductory Algebra. This workbook presents an approach to the concepts of basic math and algebra, giving students an opportunity to practice skills and see how those skills relate to their lives and the real world. It aims to build confidence, increase motivation, and encourage mastery of basic skills and concepts.
For courses in Prealgebra (Basic Math with very early Algebra) and Introductory Algebra (or Beginning Algebra).

This engaging workbook series presents a student-friendly approach to the concepts of basic math and algebra, giving students ample opportunity to practice skills and see how those skills relate to both their lives and the real world. The goals of the worktexts are to build confidence, increase motivation, and encourage mastery of basic skills and concepts. Martin-Gay ensures that students have the most up-to-date, relevant text preparation for their next math course; enhances students' perception of math by exposing them to real-life situations through graphs and applications; and ensures that students have an organized, integrated learning system at their fingertips. The integrated learning resources program features text-specific supplements including Martin-Gay's acclaimed tutorial videotapes, CD videos, and My Math Lab.

1. Whole Numbers and Introduction to Algebra


Tips for Success in Mathematics. Place Value and Names for Numbers. Adding Whole Numbers and Perimeter. Subtracting Whole Numbers. Rounding and Estimating. Multiplying Whole Numbers and Area. Dividing Whole Numbers. Exponents and Order of Operations. Introduction to Variables and Algebraic Expressions.



2. Integers


Introduction to Integers. Adding Integers. Subtracting Integers. Multiplying and Dividing Integers. Order of Operation.



3. Solving Equations and Problem Solving.


Simplifying Algebraic Expressions. Solving Equations: The Addition Property. Solving Equations: The Multiplication Property. Solving Linear equations in One Variable. Linear Equations in One Variable and Problem Solving.



4. Fractions.


Introduction to Fractions and Equivalent Fractions. Factors and Lowest Terms. Multiplying and Dividing Fractions. Adding and Subtracting Like Fractions and Least Common Denominator. Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators. Complex Fractions and Review of Operations. Solving Equations Containing Fractions. Operations on Mixed Numbers.



5. Decimals.


Introduction to Decimals. Adding and Subtracting Decimals. Multiplying Decimals and Circumference of a Circle. Dividing Decimals. Estimating and Order of Operations. Fractions and Decimals. Equations Containing Decimals. Square Roots and the Pythagorean Theorem.



6. Percent.


Ratio and Proportion. Percents, Decimals, and Fractions. Solving Percent Problems With Equations. Solving Percent Problems With Proportions. Applications of Percent. Percent and Problem Solving: Sales Tax, Commission, and Discount. Percent and Problem Solving: Interest.



7. Graphs and Introduction to Statistics.


Reading Pictographs, Bar Graphs, and Line Graphs. Reading Circle Graphs. Mean, Median and Mode. Counting and Introduction to Probability.



8. Geometry and Measurement.


Lines and Angles. Linear Measurement. Perimeter. Area and Volume. Weight and Mass. Capacity. Conversions Between the U.S. and Metric Systems and Temperature Conversions. Congruent and Similar Triangles.



9. Real Numbers, Equations, Inequalities, and Problem Solving.


Symbols and Sets of Numbers. Properties of Real Numbers. More on Solving Linear Equations. Problem Solving. Formulas and Problem Solving. Linear Inequalities and Problem Solving.



10. Exponents and Polynomials


Exponents. Negative Exponents and Scientific Notation. Introduction to Polynomials. Adding and Subtracting Polynomials. Multiplying Polynomials. Special Products. Dividing Polynomials.



11. Factoring Polynomials.


The greatest Common Factor. Factoring Trinomials of the Form x2 bx + c. Factoring Trinomials of the Form ax2 + bx + c. Factoring Trinomials by Grouping. Factoring By Special Products. Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring. Quadratic Equations and Problem Solving.



12. Rational Expressions.


Simplifying Rational Expressions. Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions. Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions with the Same Denominator and Least Common Denominator. Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions with Different Denominators. Solving Equations Containing Rational Expressions. Rational Equations and Problem Solving. Simplifying Complex Fractions.



13. Graphing Equations and Inequalities.


The Rectangular Coordinate System. Graphing Linear Equations. Intercepts. Slope. Equations of Lines. Introduction to Functions. Graphing Linear Inequalities in Two Variables. Direct and Inverse Variation.



14. Systems of Equations.


Solving systems of Linear Equations by Graphing. Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Substitution. Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Addition. Systems of Linear Equations and Problem Solving.



15. Roots and Radicals.


Introduction to Radicals. Simplifying Radicals. Adding and Subtracting Radicals. Multiplying and Dividing Radicals. Solving Equations Containing Radicals. Radical Equations and Problem Solving.



16. Quadratic Equations.


Solving Quadratic Equations by the Square Root Property. Solving Quadratic Equations by Completing the Square. Solving Quadratic Equations by the Quadratic Formula. Graphing Quadratic Equations in Two Variables.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 13.5.2004
Sprache englisch
Gewicht 2878 g
Themenwelt Mathematik / Informatik Mathematik Algebra
ISBN-10 0-13-144972-9 / 0131449729
ISBN-13 978-0-13-144972-5 / 9780131449725
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