Forgotten Algebra [Paperback]

Barbara Lee Bleau (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2003 | ISBN-10: 0764120085 | ISBN-13: 978-0764120084 | Edition: 3

This updated book is a self-teaching brush-up course for students who need more math background before taking calculus, or who are preparing for a standardized exam such as the GRE or GMAT. Set up as a workbook, Forgotten Algebra is divided into 31 units, starting with signed numbers, symbols, and first-degree equations, and progressing to include logarithms and right triangles. Each unit provides explanations and includes numerous examples, problems, and exercises with detailed solutions to facilitate self-study. Optional sections introduce the use of graphing calculators. Units conclude with exercises, their answers given at the back of the book. Systematic presentation of subject matter is easy to follow, but contains all the algebraic information learners need for mastery of this subject.

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Barron's Educational Series; 3 edition (September 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764120085
• ISBN-13: 978-0764120084
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 7.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #163,179 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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31 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Problems in Accuracy, August 21, 2000

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This review is from: Forgotten Algebra: A Self-Teaching Refresher Course (Paperback)

I used this book to prepare for the GRE and, while it really did help jog my memory on the math, it really bothered me that there were so many typos. I found at least 10 where the sign or number was wrong in the equation or answer. I think in a math book, that is a travesty. I finally quit looking at answers in the higher chapters because I lost confidence that it would tell me the correct result. The book is terrific for what it's geared toward and, if they come out with a corrected edition, I would recommend it. However, the way it stands now, it's not acceptable for many users.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended, February 6, 2000

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A. Cooper "possum" (Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Forgotten Algebra: A Self-Teaching Refresher Course (Paperback)

As an adult wanting to learn algebra again, I looked for a clear, in-depth, easy to read book, that offered many examples that were carefully explained. Eureka! This book is wonderful, and has really made algebra clear for me. Just wish they had a Forgotten Geometry and Forgotten Trig! :)

26 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars There are TONS of errors in this book!!!!!, April 2, 2004

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"missjulie80" (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Forgotten Algebra (Paperback)

I was real excited about this book because I havent taken math in over three years. I liked the simple explanations and refreshing review. There is plenty of space for practice and just enough problems to work so that the book is not jumbled with practice.

The only gripe and I think this is important one , is that their are tons of errors! I am only on page 53 and I have found at least 6 errors. If you don't know your algebra or dont remember much you can be misled in your learning. I think this deters in the learning of the material. It also makes the explanations and answers confusing.