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Algebra - The Very Basics
If you're looking for a gentle introduction to basic mathematics, look no further. This book picks you up at the very beginning and guides you through the foundations of algebra using lots of examples and no-nonsense explanations. Each chapter contains well-chosen exercises as well as all the solutions. No prior knowledge is required.Topics Exponents, Brackets, Linear Equations and Quadratic Equations. For a more detailed table of contents, use the "Look Inside" feature. From the author of "Great Formulas Explained" and "Physics! In Quantities and Examples".Those interested in delving into the exciting field of calculus and mathematical physics after attaining the very basics of algebra are invited to continue their journey with the "Math Shorts" series, starting with "Math Shorts - Exponential and Trigonometric Functions" and the free e-book "Math Shorts - Derivatives". Readers who prefer learning the basics of probability calculations can move on to the introductory text "Statistical Snacks".
110 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 27, 2014
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December 14, 2016
I really like this author. He can write simple yet comprehensive books, easy to understand and a very good reference. That is the case for this book, where at the end of each chapter there is a summary of the subject with the main formulas and concepts. A book to keep and use throughout life, always when reviewing those subjects, solving a problem or helping your child in school!
July 13, 2015
Over My Head
I was expecting a simple explanation of algebra but instead got way over my head. Still some people studying algebra might get something out of this book.
I was expecting a simple explanation of algebra but instead got way over my head. Still some people studying algebra might get something out of this book.
June 11, 2018
Nice algebra summary
Not a bad book. It is a nice refresher; an absolute beginners introduction on the basics. If you are looking for more than that then look elsewhere.
Not a bad book. It is a nice refresher; an absolute beginners introduction on the basics. If you are looking for more than that then look elsewhere.
June 28, 2018
Nice book
Good book to brush up your basics. Exercise questions are really good.
Note to author: Answer for question 5 of section 3.7 is not provided. Please include it as well.
Good book to brush up your basics. Exercise questions are really good.
Note to author: Answer for question 5 of section 3.7 is not provided. Please include it as well.
January 5, 2019
Nice little ebook. I got it for free for Kindle through Amazon. It's a short book that covers some basic but important algebra including exponents, linear equations, and quadratic equations. The author explains these in a way that makes it easy to understand (as opposed to the obscure way math is often explained in textbooks) so it may help people obtain a deeper understanding of the material than they may receive in a classroom setting, where the content is often rushed and not explained as well. Since I'm familiar with algebra, I think this would be a helpful review of the material for folx needing a quick refresher. I'm not sure how it would be for someone totally unfamiliar with algebra, but it's free so there's nothing to lose.
The practice exercises and solutions were helpful as well.
The practice exercises and solutions were helpful as well.
December 3, 2018
Good Intro
Starting algebra? Revisiting algebra? This book is a good Intro with examples problems answers and an easy to read style. A good refresher or intro to the quadratic equation, factoring and more.
Starting algebra? Revisiting algebra? This book is a good Intro with examples problems answers and an easy to read style. A good refresher or intro to the quadratic equation, factoring and more.
July 25, 2019
Clear and concise
It not only gave us the rules but It gave just enough number of exercises for each formula to address any number of equations we are likely to encounter and it's usefulness.
It not only gave us the rules but It gave just enough number of exercises for each formula to address any number of equations we are likely to encounter and it's usefulness.
May 6, 2025
Perfect Algebra Refresher
I knew this stuff 40 years ago but needed an update. This was perfect - short, concise, with great examples and exercises. Got through it in a few hours.
Definitions could have been better, and a couple typos, but overall just what was needed
I knew this stuff 40 years ago but needed an update. This was perfect - short, concise, with great examples and exercises. Got through it in a few hours.
Definitions could have been better, and a couple typos, but overall just what was needed
October 10, 2017
Nica introduction and practice exercises about (really) very basic algebra.
March 6, 2018
meaning less for me
topics in the book are very basic which i already knows but still enjoying reading of book...book is good for begginers..
topics in the book are very basic which i already knows but still enjoying reading of book...book is good for begginers..
June 26, 2018
Very helpful refresher for returning to college.
I have been out of school for a long time and needed a review to get me back to where I need to be, and this book helped.
I have been out of school for a long time and needed a review to get me back to where I need to be, and this book helped.
August 8, 2018
Good for kids.
Clears the confusion that hold the child from learning the concept.
Explains step by step.
Basic understanding
Let the kids learn.
Clears the confusion that hold the child from learning the concept.
Explains step by step.
Basic understanding
Let the kids learn.
April 24, 2019
Very nice book..
Easy to understand, simple explainations.. Must read for beginners.. U ll get a clear idea about the concepts after reading this book..
Easy to understand, simple explainations.. Must read for beginners.. U ll get a clear idea about the concepts after reading this book..
November 27, 2019
Nice but short.
Good book for beginners. Conten is less. More problems could have been added to make the most of the book.
Good book for beginners. Conten is less. More problems could have been added to make the most of the book.
November 29, 2023
Excelent
It’s really the very basics. The text is easy to understand, the explication is clear.
Only the diagrams are not so good.
It’s really the very basics. The text is easy to understand, the explication is clear.
Only the diagrams are not so good.
December 31, 2023
Used this to teach my intellectually disabled son Algebra. Great book.
December 25, 2020
Well explained in a stepwise fashion
Teaching my 11 year old daughter over the holiday period. The structure of the book is good and the questions with answers helpful to the learning process. Highly recommended!
Teaching my 11 year old daughter over the holiday period. The structure of the book is good and the questions with answers helpful to the learning process. Highly recommended!
January 2, 2016
Good choice
Very well written introduction. This is a good refresh for people who want to go back to what studied. Good choice
Very well written introduction. This is a good refresh for people who want to go back to what studied. Good choice
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