Book description
Besides being an important area of math for everyday use, algebra is a
passport to studying subjects like calculus, trigonometry, number
theory, and geometry, just to name a few. To understand algebra is to
possess the power to grow your skills and knowledge so you can ace your
courses and possibly pursue further study in math.
Algebra II For Dummies is the fun and easy way to get a handle
on this subject and solve even the trickiest algebra problems. This
friendly guide shows you how to get up to speed on exponential
functions, laws of logarithms, conic sections, matrices, and other
advanced algebra concepts. In no time you'll have the tools you need to:
- Interpret quadratic functions
- Find the roots of a polynomial
- Reason with rational functions
- Expose exponential and logarithmic functions
- Cut up conic sections
- Solve linear and non linear systems of equations
- Equate inequalities
- Simplifyy complex numbers
- Make moves with matrices
- Sort out sequences and sets
This straightforward guide offers plenty of multiplication tricks
that only math teachers know. It also profiles special types of
numbers, making it easy for you to categorize them and solve any
problems without breaking a sweat. When it comes to understanding and
working out algebraic equations, Algebra II For Dummies is all
you need to succeed!
Mary Jane Sterling has authored Algebra For
Dummies, Trigonometry For Dummies, Algebra Workbook For Dummies,
Trigonometry Workbook For Dummies, Algebra I CliffsStudySolver,
and Algebra II CliffsStudySolver. She taught junior high and
high school math for many years before beginning her current
25-year-and-counting career at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois.
Mary Jane enjoys working with her students both in the classroom and
outside the classroom, where they do various community service
projects.
