Algebra I for Dummies

by Mary Jane Sterling

One of the most commonly asked questions in a mathematics classroom is, "Will I ever use this stuff in real life?" Some teachers can give a good, convincing answer; others hem and haw and stare at the floor. The real response to the question should be, "Yes, you will, because algebra gives you power " – the power to help your children with their math homework, the power to manage your finances, the power to be successful in your career (especially if you have to manage the company budget). The list goes on. Algebra is a system of mathematical symbols and rules that are universally understood, no matter what the spoken language. Algebra provides a clear, methodical process that can be followed from beginning to end to solve complex problems. There's no doubt that algebra can be easy to some while extremely challenging to others. For those of you who are challenged by working with numbers, Algebra I For Dummies can provide the help you need. This easy-to-understand reference not only explains algebra in terms you can understand, but it also gives you the necessary tools to solve complex problems. But rest assured, this book is not about memorizing a bunch of meaningless steps; you find out the whys behind algebra to increase your understanding of how algebra works. In Algebra I For Dummies , you'll discover the following topics and more: No matter if you're 16 years old or 60 years old; no matter if you're learning algebra for the first time or need a quick refresher course; no matter if you're cramming for an algebra test, helping your kid with his or her homework, or coming up with next year's company budget, Algebra I For Dummies can give you the tools you need to succeed.

Genres: Mathematics, Science, Nonfiction, Education, Algebra, Academic, Reference

358 pages, Paperback

First published September 15, 2001

Reviews

[Hamid · Rating 5 out of 5]

The study of mathematics makes you better at solving problems. It gives you skills that you can use across other subjects and apply in many different job roles.
Mathematics teaches you skills that you can use in many different work and personal situations. In this way, the skills you learn on a maths degree are skills you will use throughout your life. Just some of the transferable skills that a math degree can give you include:

Data analysis

Organization

Critical thinking

Time management

Communication

Decision making

In short, math gives you power.

[Melissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book is a good one, with the exception of feeling like at times there's a bit of an assumption that presupposes mathematical knowledge on the reader's part. I do think she does a great job explaining things, and I do admire and appreciate her humor: A polygon is a dead parrot. Yuk yuk yuk. I also appreciate that she's an author who makes me proud to be a new, math practitioner!

[Jeffrey Sylvester · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great resource. Covers all one needs to know A-Z in a comprehensive manner.

[Leigh Clemons · Rating 5 out of 5]

Got me 100% on the first test in College Algebra because it reviews all the basic prerequisites for that class…..

[Adam Permana · Rating 5 out of 5]

When i start reading this books, i know math is worth enough to learn and changed my perspective about math.

[JudithCollins]

I like triangles.

[Stephen Chase · Rating 1 out of 5]

No thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This stinks!!!!!!!! No actual problems to solve!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Em]

hated it growing up. the only books I've ever set on fire but here I am again back with my bullshit and trying to undestand it.

[Dahlia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Literally made Algebra so simple

[Davidd Silva · Rating 2 out of 5]

Skip the unnecessary commentaries and "jokes," and it is a good introduction.
Half the book is babble.

[Menglong Youk · Rating 4 out of 5]

Algebra I for Dummies covers basic algebraic theories and methods of solving the problems. Being easy to use with plain simple language, It is incredibly useful especially for those who want a quick review of what they learn from school. If desired for more complicated algebra, one can move on to Algebra II for Dummies, which is where I'm going next.

[Chris Jaffe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good overview, but it doesn't really feel like it's building to anything. The last few chapters just feel like random stuff rather than a culmination of the previous material. Giving story problems its own chapter was probably a mistake - better served sprinkling them in throughout. Still, it reminds me a lot of the stuff I took in math class 30 years ago and have since completely forgotten.

[Shannon · Rating 3 out of 5]

good algebra review

[Mikenliza · Rating 5 out of 5]

OK technically I did not read this book. But, it has allowed me to help my daughter with her homework!

[Justin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mark it as ro read

[Saanvi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I learned a lot from this book, most of which I already knew.

[Jarallah · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's alright

[Sheila M. Brown · Rating 1 out of 5]

Did not provide the information I wanted.