Basic Math and Pre-Algebra: Tutorial and Practice Problems (Idiot's Guides)

Basic Math and Pre-Algebra: Tutorial and Practice Problems (Idiot's Guides)

Idiot's Guides: Basic Math and Pre-Algebra helps readers get up to speed and relearn the primary concepts of mathematics, geometry, and pre-algebra. Content includes basic math operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division); word problems; factors and multiples; fractions, decimals, and percents; weights and measures; graphs; statistics and probability; and algebra and geometry basics. A practice problems section is also included to help reinforce the math concepts. This book is ideal for anyone needing a refresher in order to pass entrance exams, such as the GED®, ASVAB, and Praxis®. Carolyn Wheater has been a teacher of elementary through high school mathematics at The Nightingale-Bamford School in New York City for more than 20 years. During her tenure, she has also served as chair of the mathematics department and computer coordinator. Carolyn has also published 14 books on math skills, including Idiot's Guides: Basic Math & Pre-Algebra, Practice Makes Perfect: Algebra, Practice Makes Perfect:  Algebra II, Practice Makes Perfect: Geometry, and Practice Makes Perfect: Trigonometry.