Title:
Algebra : a complete introduction / P. Abbott and Hugh Neill.
Author:
Abbott, Paul (Mathematics teacher), author.
Neill, Hugh, author.
Publication Information:
London : Hodder & Stoughton, 2013.
©2013
Call Number:
QA152.3 .A23 2013
Abstract:
A Complete Introduction is the most comprehensive yet easy-to-use introduction to using Algebra. Written by a leading expert, this book will help you if you are studying for an important exam or essay, or if you simply want to improve your knowledge. The book covers all the key areas of algebra including elementary operations, linear equations, formulae, simultaneous equations, quadratic equations, logarithms, variation, laws and sequences. Everything you will need is here in this one book. Each chapter includes not only an explanation of the knowledge and skills you need, but also worked examples and test questions.
ISBN:
9781444191066
Series:
Teach yourself books
Teach yourself books.
Physical Description:
xiv, 403 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
General Note:
Originally published 1986.
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Contents:
Introduction -- The meaning of algebra -- Elementary operations in algebra -- Brackets and operations with them -- Positive and negative numbers -- Equations and expressions -- Linear equations -- Formulae -- Simultaneous equations -- Linear inequalities -- Straight-line graphs: coordinates -- Using inequalities to define regions -- Multiplying algebraical expressions -- Factors -- Fractions -- Graphs of quadratic functions -- Quadratic equations -- Indices -- Logarithms -- Ratio and proportion -- Variation -- The determination of laws -- Rational and irrational numbers and surds -- Arithmetical and geometrical sequences.
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