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  • EDITION:
    2nd Edition
  • ISBN:
    0071743618
  • ISBN-13:
    9780071743617
  • PUB. DATE:
    December 2010
  • PUBLISHER:
    McGraw-Hill Companies, The
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Algebra DeMYSTiFieD / Edition 2 by Rhonda Huettenmueller

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absolutely phenomenalby Anonymous

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I am a father who challenged his 5th grade son to take on algebra. My son attends a private school in Westchester and is way above average amongst his peers however in no way is he on the level of a 9th grader. For us chapters 1,3,and 4 were useless because they respectively covered fractions, decimals, and negative numbers. The preceding topics were thoroughly familiar to my son thus unnecessary and...

Not for beginners - Good for improving Algebraby Anonymous

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I bought this book hoping it was going to help understand algebra better. This book has no explaination... just figure it out as you go along. If you do not understand Algebra - do not buy this book. If you have some knowledge of Algebra and would like to improve on solving problems.. This is the book for you. This book helped me practice my algebra.

Good For Beginnersby Anonymous

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I am just beginning an advanced algebra course, and this book is outrageously insightful! Not only for those who have learned it, but FANTASTIC FOR BEGINNERS!!!!!!


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Algebra DeMYSTiFieD

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  • Pub. Date: December 2010
  • Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies, The
  • Sales Rank: 174,183

Synopsis

Your SOLUTION to mastering ALGEBRA!

Trying to tackle algebra but nothing's adding up? No problem! Factor in Algebra Demystified, Second Edition and multiply your chances of learning this important branch of mathematics.

Written in a step-by-step format, this practical guide covers fractions, variables, decimals, negative numbers, exponents, roots, and factoring. Techniques for solving linear and quadratic equations and applications are discussed in detail. Clear examples, concise explanations, and worked problems with complete solutions make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce learning.

It's a no-brainer! You'll learn how to:

  • Translate English sentences into mathematical symbols
  • Write the negative of numbers and variables
  • Factor expressions
  • Use the distributive property to expand expressions
  • Solve applied problems

Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, Algebra Demystified, Second Edition helps you master this essential math subject. It's also the perfect resource for preparing you for higher level math classes and college placement tests.

Biography

Rhonda Huettenmueller, Ph.D., has taught mathematics at the college level for more than 15 years. Popular with students for her ability to make higher math understandable and even enjoyable, she incorporates many of her teaching techniques in this book. Huettenmueller is the author of several highly successful Demystified titles.