Homework Helpers: Basic Math and Pre-Algebrawill help build a solid
mathematical foundation and enable students to gain the confidence they
need to continue their education in mathematics. Particular attention is
placed on topics that students traditionally struggle with the most.
The topics are explained in everyday language before the examples are
worked. The problems are solved clearly and systematically, with
step-by-step instructions provided. Problem-solving skills and good
habits, such as checking your answers after every problem, are
emphasized along with practice problems throughout, and the answers to
all of the practice problems are provided.
Homework Helpers: Basic Math and Pre-Algebra is a straightforward and
easy-to-read review of arithmetic skills. It includes topics that are
intended to help prepare students to successfully learn algebra,
including:
Working with fractions
Understanding the decimal system
Calculating percentages
Solving linear equalities
Graphing functions
Understanding word problems