Homework Helpers: Basic Math and Pre-Algebra, Revised Edition

Download or read book Homework Helpers: Basic Math and Pre-Algebra, Revised Edition written by Denise Szecsei and published by Red Wheel/Weiser. This book was released on 2011-04-15 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Homework Helpers: Basic Math and Pre-Algebrawill help build a solid mathematical foundation and enable students to gain the confidence they need to continue their education in mathematics. Particular attention is placed on topics that students traditionally struggle with the most. The topics are explained in everyday language before the examples are worked. The problems are solved clearly and systematically, with step-by-step instructions provided. Problem-solving skills and good habits, such as checking your answers after every problem, are emphasized along with practice problems throughout, and the answers to all of the practice problems are provided. Homework Helpers: Basic Math and Pre-Algebra is a straightforward and easy-to-read review of arithmetic skills. It includes topics that are intended to help prepare students to successfully learn algebra, including: Working with fractions Understanding the decimal system Calculating percentages Solving linear equalities Graphing functions Understanding word problems