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Mary Jane Sterling (Author)
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June 19, 2006
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!


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Packed with tips and ticks for cracking tough problems

Face off with functions, conquer conics, and make headway with matrices

You've worked your way through Algebra I, and now you're ready to take algebr5a to the next level. 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 - without even breaking a sweat. It's just what  you need for Algebra II success!

Discover how to:

  • Bone up on basic algebra solutions
  • Work with functions
  • Graph parabolas, ellipses, and hyperbolas
  • Solve systems of equations
  • Get a handle on complex numbers
  • Tackle matrices, sequences, series, and sets

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  • Explanations in plain English
  • "Get in, get out" information
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  • Tear-out cheat sheet
  • Top ten lists
  • A dash of humor and fun

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About the Author

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.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (June 19, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0471775819
  • ISBN-13: 978-0471775812
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.3 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #27,045 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Mary Jane Sterling teaches mathematics at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois. She has been teaching mathematics for over 30 years.

 

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38 of 39 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book! if......, July 7, 2006
This review is from: Algebra II For Dummies (Paperback)
This is a GREAT book for studying and reviewing algebra 2, but if you have not taken algebra, or if you took algebra and couldnt grasp most topics without going back to your textbooks to remember something, then you may want to get algebra for dummies to review, this book begins with a slight amount of review from algebra 1, but it will definetly not each you all of algebra 1 topics. I bought this book to study algebra 2 during the summer so I wont have to worry so much next year and ive learned alot from this book, great for dummies book I recomend it completely.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is great, February 11, 2007
This review is from: Algebra II For Dummies (Paperback)
I am using the book to tutor a couple of kids and it is working out great. It gives me an easy way to help them learn these concepts. I recommend it for any one who needs to review their skills or is having trouble learning these concepts.
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16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Reference but Too Hard for Struggling Students, November 24, 2008
This review is from: Algebra II For Dummies (Paperback)
Obviously Ms. Sterling is very comfortable with her subject. But I found this book too wordy and only appropriate for stronger students (who usually don't need the help to begin with). There are hardly any visuals (except for graphs which don't really count) and there are no graphic organizers or other learning tools. There are simply more fun ways to teach some of this material (e.g. "See four terms? Think factor by grouping!") (This is probably being too picky, but the subscripts used to show reduced terms were so small as to be almost unreadable.)

I also thought the author was unnecessarily gloomy and lacking in enthusiasm. For example, finding extraneous roots and then realizing that they are extraneous is part of the student's job and is not a waste of time as I felt the author was implying.

Sorry, I am still looking for a solid Algebra 2 help book to recommend to my students.
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