Wiley Self-Teaching Guides: Practical Algebra : A Self-Teaching Guide by Peter H. Selby and Steve Slavin (1991, Trade Paperback)

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Practical Algebra If you studied algebra years ago and now need arefresher course in order to use algebraic principles on the job,or if youre a student who needs an introduction to the subject,heres the perfect book for you.

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PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-100471530123
ISBN-139780471530121
eBay Product ID (ePID)519970

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Number of Pages336 Pages
Publication NamePractical Algebra : a Self-Teaching Guide
LanguageEnglish
SubjectStudy & Teaching, Algebra / General, Geometry / Algebraic
Publication Year1991
FeaturesRevised
TypeTextbook
AuthorPeter H. Selby, Steve Slavin
Subject AreaMathematics
SeriesWiley Self-Teaching Guides
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height1 in
Item Weight18.2 Oz
Item Length9.9 in
Item Width6.9 in

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Edition Number2
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN90-043296
Dewey Edition20
Series Volume Number110
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal512/.07/7
Table Of ContentSome Basic Concepts. The Number System. Monomials and Polynomials. Special Products and Factoring. Fractions. Exponents, Roots, and Radicals. Linear and Fractional Equations and Formulas. Functions and Graphs. Quadratic Equations. Inequalities. Ratio, Proportion, and Variation. Solving Everyday Problems. A Parting Word. Appendix. Index.
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisPractical Algebra If you studied algebra years ago and now need arefresher course in order to use algebraic principles on the job,or if you're a student who needs an introduction to the subject,here's the perfect book for you. Practical Algebra is an easy andfun-to-use workout program that quickly puts you in command of allthe basic concepts and tools of algebra. With the aid of practical,real-life examples and applications, you'll learn: * The basic approach and application of algebra to problemsolving * The number system (in a much broader way than you have known itfrom arithmetic) * Monomials and polynomials; factoring algebraic expressions; howto handle algebraic fractions; exponents, roots, and radicals;linear and fractional equations * Functions and graphs; quadratic equations; inequalities; ratio,proportion, and variation; how to solve word problems, andmore Authors Peter Selby and Steve Slavin emphasize practical algebrathroughout by providing you with techniques for solving problems ina wide range of disciplines--from engineering, biology, chemistry,and the physical sciences, to psychology and even sociology andbusiness administration. Step by step, Practical Algebra shows youhow to solve algebraic problems in each of these areas, then allowsyou to tackle similar problems on your own, at your own pace.Self-tests are provided at the end of each chapter so you canmeasure your mastery., Practical Algebra If you studied algebra years ago and now need arefresher course in order to use algebraic principles on the job, or if you're a student who needs an introduction to the subject, here's the perfect book for you. Practical Algebra is an easy andfun-to-use workout program that quickly puts you in command of allthe basic concepts and tools of algebra. With the aid of practical, real-life examples and applications, you'll learn: * The basic approach and application of algebra to problemsolving * The number system (in a much broader way than you have known itfrom arithmetic) * Monomials and polynomials; factoring algebraic expressions; howto handle algebraic fractions; exponents, roots, and radicals;linear and fractional equations * Functions and graphs; quadratic equations; inequalities; ratio, proportion, and variation; how to solve word problems, andmore Authors Peter Selby and Steve Slavin emphasize practical algebrathroughout by providing you with techniques for solving problems ina wide range of disciplines--from engineering, biology, chemistry, and the physical sciences, to psychology and even sociology andbusiness administration. Step by step, Practical Algebra shows youhow to solve algebraic problems in each of these areas, then allowsyou to tackle similar problems on your own, at your own pace.Self-tests are provided at the end of each chapter so you canmeasure your mastery., Practical Algebra If you studied algebra years ago and now need a refresher course in order to use algebraic principles on the job, or if you're a student who needs an introduction to the subject, here's the perfect book for you., Practical Algebra If you studied algebra years ago and now need a refresher course in order to use algebraic principles on the job, or if you're a student who needs an introduction to the subject, here's the perfect book for you. Practical Algebra is an easy and fun-to-use workout program that quickly puts you in command of all the basic concepts and tools of algebra. With the aid of practical, real-life examples and applications, you'll learn: The basic approach and application of algebra to problem solving The number system (in a much broader way than you have known it from arithmetic) Monomials and polynomials; factoring algebraic expressions; how to handle algebraic fractions; exponents, roots, and radicals; linear and fractional equations Functions and graphs; quadratic equations; inequalities; ratio, proportion, and variation; how to solve word problems, and more Authors Peter Selby and Steve Slavin emphasize practical algebra throughout by providing you with techniques for solving problems in a wide range of disciplines from engineering, biology, chemistry, and the physical sciences, to psychology and even sociology and business administration. Step by step, Practical Algebra shows you how to solve algebraic problems in each of these areas, then allows you to tackle similar problems on your own, at your own pace. Self-tests are provided at the end of each chapter so you can measure your mastery.
LC Classification NumberQA154.2.S44 1991

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