The equation can have two solutions, only one solution (a double root), or no solutions among the real numbers.

Unlike other subjects where you can just read or listen and absorb the information sufficiently, math takes practice. If you want to refresh your basic skills or boost your confidence, start with the fractions, decimals, and signed numbers in the first chapter. p>

• Includes revised and updated examples and practice problems
• Provides explanations and practical examples that mirror today's teaching methods
• Other titles by Sterling: Algebra II For Dummies and Algebra Workbook For Dummies

Whether you're currently enrolled in a high school or college algebra course or are just looking to brush-up your skills, Algebra I For Dummies, 2nd Edition gives you friendly and comprehensible guidance on this often difficult-to-grasp subject. And, finally, I get very specific about fractions and decimals and show you how to move from one type to the other with ease. I don’t assume that you’re as crazy about math as I am — and you may be even more excited about it than I am!jpg\" width=\"171\" height=\"400\" />

Algebraic formulas make life (and algebra) simpler. Divisibility by 8: A number is divisible by 8 if the last three digits form a number divisible by 8.

Great book for reviewing forgotten concepts, or as a reference when you encounter something in class that doesn't make sense as presented in your textbook or by your teacher. The types of numbers are important because what they look like and how they behave can set the scene for particular situations or help to solve particular problems.

I have successfully and convincingly discussed 4-plane time and space theory with literal rocket scientists - naturally figured how to solve for a proportional unknown, blah-blah-blah. blurb":"","authors":[{"authorId":8985,"name":"Mary Jane Sterling","slug":"mary-jane-sterling","description":"

Mary Jane Sterling is the author of Algebra I For Dummies, Algebra Workbook For Dummies, and many other For Dummies books.

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The material presented in Algebra I: 1001 Practice Problems For Dummies is an excellent resource for students, as well as parents and tutors looking to help supplement classroom instruction. p>\n\n