CliffsStudySolverTM Basic Math and Pre–Algebra (CliffsStudySolver S.) - Softcover

White, Jonathan J.; Stimmel, Teri; Searcy, Scott

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764537644 ISBN 13: 9780764537646

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2003

Synopsis

The CliffsStudySolver workbooks combine 20 percent review material with 80 percent practice problems (and the answers!) to help make your lessons stick.

CliffsStudySolver Basic Math and Pre–Algebra is for students who want to reinforce their knowledge with a learn–by–doing approach. Inside, you’ll get the practice you need to tackle numbers with problem–solving tools such as

• Straightforward, concise reviews of every topic
• Practice problems in every chapter — with explanations and solutions
• A diagnostic pretest to assess your current skills
• A full–length exam that adapts to your skill level

Beginning with the basics of multiplication, division, and fundamental properties, this workbook ventures into whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, and more. You′ll explore integers, rational numbers, powers, exponents and measurements, plus details about

• Estimating products, quotients, sums, and differences
• Finding percent of increase or decrease
• Multiplying positive and negative mixed numbers
• Figuring out bar and circle charts and line graphs
• Dealing with probability and statistics
• Solving variables, algebraic expressions, and simple equations

Practice makes perfect —and whether you′re taking lessons or teaching yourself, CliffsStudySolver guides can help you make the grade.

About this title

About the Author

Jonathan J. White is Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Scott Searcy, a high school teacher in Iowa, holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Math and General Science.

Teri Stimmel graduated from Coe College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematical Science and Secondary Education.

From the Back Cover

The learn–by–doing way to master Basic Math and Pre–Algebra

Why CliffsStudySolver™ Guides?

Go with the name you know and trust
Get the information you need fast!
Written by teachers and educational specialists

Inside you ll get the practice you need to learn basic math and pre–algebra, including:

Working with Numbers

• Whole numbers
• Fractions
• Decimals
• Percents
• Integers and rationals
• Powers, exponents, and roots

Notation and Measurement

• Scientific notation
• Measurements
• Graphs
• Probability and statistics

Series and Equations

• Sequences
• Variables
• Algebraic expressions
• Simple equations

Problem–Solving Tools

• Clear, concise reviews of every topic
• Practice problems in every chapter with explanations and solutions
• Diagnostic pretest to assess your current skills
• Full–length exam that adapts to your skill level

We take great notes and make learning a snap

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764537644
• ISBN 13: 9780764537646
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 336