Algebra II For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119543145) was previously published as Algebra II For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119090625). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.
Your complete guide to acing Algebra II
Do quadratic equations make you queasy? Does the mere thought of logarithms make you feel lethargic? You're not alone! Algebra can induce anxiety in the best of us, especially for the masses that have never counted math as their forte. But here's the good news: you no longer have to suffer through statistics, sequences, and series alone. Algebra II For Dummies takes the fear out of this math course and gives you easy-to-follow, friendly guidance on everything you'll encounter in the classroom and arms you with the skills and confidence you need to score high at exam time.
Gone are the days that Algebra II is a subject that only the serious 'math' students need to worry about. Now, as the concepts and material covered in a typical Algebra II course are consistently popping up on standardized tests like the SAT and ACT, the demand for advanced guidance on this subject has never been more urgent. Thankfully, this new edition of Algebra II For Dummies answers the call with a friendly and accessible approach to this often-intimidating subject, offering you a closer look at exponentials, graphing inequalities, and other topics in a way you can understand.
* Examine exponentials like a pro
* Find out how to graph inequalities
* Go beyond your Algebra I knowledge
* Ace your Algebra II exams with ease
Whether you're looking to increase your score on a standardized test or simply succeed in your Algebra II course, this friendly guide makes it possible.
Autorentext
Mary Jane Sterling was a lecturer in mathematics for more than 35 years, teaching courses in algebra, calculus, and linear programming. She is the author ofAlgebra I For Dummies, Trigonometry For Dummies, Algebra Workbook For Dummies, and Trigonometry Workbook For Dummies.
Klappentext
- In-depth review of key concepts
- Example problems for every lesson
- Step-by-step explanations in plain English
Your complete guide to success in Algebra II
Some algebra can evoke anxiety in the best of us. But here's the good news: You no longer must struggle through sequences, series, and sets alone. This book covers topics such as cracking quadratic equations and explains advanced algebra concepts in plain English. Algebra II For Dummies takes the challenges in this tough math course and gives you easy-to-follow, friendly instruction on everything you'll encounter in your class.
Inside...
- The lowdown on graphing
- Assessing exponential expressions
- Advice on advanced Algebra II
- Tips to beat clunky fractions
- The scoop on ellipses
- Relating exponential functions
- Basics for radical functions
- Ten multiplication tricks
Zusammenfassung
Algebra II For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119543145) was previously published as Algebra II For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119090625). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.
Your complete guide to acing Algebra II
Do quadratic equations make you queasy? Does the mere thought of logarithms make you feel lethargic? You're not alone! Algebra can induce anxiety in the best of us, especially for the masses that have never counted math as their forte. But here's the good news: you no longer have to suffer through statistics, sequences, and series alone. Algebra II For Dummies takes the fear out of this math course and gives you easy-to-follow, friendly guidance on everything you'll encounter in the classroom and arms you with the skills and confidence you need to score high at exam time.
Gone are the days that Algebra II is a subject that only the serious 'math' students need to worry about. Now, as the concepts and material covered in a typical Algebra II course are consistently popping up on standardized tests like the SAT and ACT, the demand for advanced guidance on this subject has never been more urgent. Thankfully, this new edition of Algebra II For Dummies answers the call with a friendly and accessible approach to this often-intimidating subject, offering you a closer look at exponentials, graphing inequalities, and other topics in a way you can understand.
- Examine exponentials like a pro
- Find out how to graph inequalities
- Go beyond your Algebra I knowledge
- Ace your Algebra II exams with ease
Whether you're looking to increase your score on a standardized test or simply succeed in your Algebra II course, this friendly guide makes it possible.
Inhalt
Introduction 1
About This Book 1
Foolish Assumptions 2
Icons Used in This Book 3
Beyond the Book 4
Where to Go from Here 4
Part 1: Homing in on Basic Solutions 5
Chapter 1: Going Beyond Beginning Algebra 7
Outlining Algebraic Properties 8
Keeping order with the commutative property 8
Maintaining group harmony with the associative property 9
Distributing a wealth of values 9
Checking out an algebraic ID 10
Singing along in-verses 11
Ordering Your Operations 11
Zeroing in on the Multiplication Property of Zero 12
Expounding on Exponential Rules 13
Multiplying and dividing exponents 13
Getting to the roots of exponents 14
Raising or lowering the roof with exponents 14
Making nice with negative exponents 15
Implementing Factoring Techniques 15
Factoring two terms 16
Taking on three terms 17
Factoring four or more terms by grouping 19
Chapter 2: Toeing the Straight Line: Linear Equations 21
Linear Equations: Handling the First Degree 21
Tackling basic linear equations 22
Clearing out fractions 23
Isolating different unknowns 24
Linear Inequalities: Algebraic Relationship Therapy 25
Solving linear inequalities 26
Introducing interval notation 27
Compounding inequality issues 28
Absolute Value: Keeping Everything in Line 30
Solving absolute value equations 31
Seeing through absolute value inequality 31
Chapter 3: Conquering Quadratic Equations 35
Implementing the Square Root Rule 36
Dismantling Quadratic Equations into Factors 37
Factoring binomials 37
Factoring trinomials 39
Factoring by grouping 40
Resorting to the Quadratic Formula 41
Finding rational solutions 42
Straightening out irrational solutions 42
Formulating huge quadratic results 43
Completing the Square: Warming Up for Conics 43
Squaring up a quadratic equation 44
Completing the square twice over 45
Tackling Higher-Powered Polynomials 46
Handling the sum or difference of cubes 47
Tackling quadratic-like trinomials 48
Solving Quadratic Inequalities 49
Keeping inequality strictly quadratic 50
Signing up for fractions 52
Increasing the number of factors 53
Considering absolute value inequalities 53
Chapter 4: Rooting Out the Rational, Radical, and Negative 55
Acting Rationally with Fraction-Filled Equations 56
Systematically solving rational equations 56
Solving ra…