Algebra II All-In-One for Dummies - by Mary Jane Sterling (Paperback)

About the Book

"Every intermediate algebra lesson, example, and practice problem you need in a single, easy-to-use reference. Algebra II can be a tough nut to crack when you first meet it. But with the right tools...well, she's still tough but she gets a heckuva lot easier to manage. In Algebra II All-in-One For Dummies you'll find your very own step-by-step roadmap to solving even the most challenging Algebra II problems, from conics and systems of equations to exponential and logarithmic functions. In the book, you'll discover the ins and outs of function transformation and evaluation, work out your brain with complex and imaginary numbers, and apply formulas from statistics and probability theory. You'll also find: accessible and practical lessons and practice for second year high-school or university algebra students; end-of-chapter quizzes that help you learn - and remember! - key algebraic concepts, such as quadratic equations, graphing techniques, and matrices; and one-year access to additional chapter quizzes online, where you can track your progress and get real-time feedback! Your own personal mathematical toolbox for some of the most useful and foundational math you'll learn in school, this Algebra II All-in-One For Dummies combines hands-on techniques, methods, and strategies from a variety of sources into one, can't-miss reference. You'll get the insights, formulas, and practice you need, all in a single book (with additional quizzes online!) that's ideal for students and lifelong learners alike!" --]cDescription provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Every intermediate algebra lesson, example, and practice problem you need in a single, easy-to-use reference

Algebra II can be a tough nut to crack when you first meet it. But with the right tools...well, she's still tough but she gets a heckuva lot easier to manage. In Algebra II All-in-One For Dummies you'll find your very own step-by-step roadmap to solving even the most challenging Algebra II problems, from conics and systems of equations to exponential and logarithmic functions.

In the book, you'll discover the ins and outs of function transformation and evaluation, work out your brain with complex and imaginary numbers, and apply formulas from statistics and probability theory. You'll also find:

• Accessible and practical lessons and practice for second year high-school or university algebra students
• End-of-chapter quizzes that help you learn - and remember! - key algebraic concepts, such as quadratic equations, graphing techniques, and matrices
• One-year access to additional chapter quizzes online, where you can track your progress and get real-time feedback!

Your own personal mathematical toolbox for some of the most useful and foundational math you'll learn in school, this Algebra II All-in-One For Dummies combines hands-on techniques, methods, and strategies from a variety of sources into one, can't-miss reference. You'll get the insights, formulas, and practice you need, all in a single book (with additional quizzes online!) that's ideal for students and lifelong learners alike!

From the Back Cover

How to survive in the Algebra II matrix

This massive book contains everything you need to become highly functional (get it?) in your Algebra II course. Algebra II All-in-One For Dummies covers everything you'll encounter in your second year of high school algebra or second semester of college algebra. Solve quadratic equations, learn how to graph, make sense of matrices, and understand inequalities. With step-by-step solutions and chapter quizzes online, anyone can become an Algebra II success story. Dummies is your first step to an A+ on the final exam!

5 Complete Units

Inside...

• Getting to First Base with the Basics
• Figuring on Functions
• Using Conics and Systems of Equations
• Making Lists and Checking for Imaginary Numbers
• Applying Known Formulas

FREE 1-year access to chapter quizzes online!

About the Author

Mary Jane Sterling taught mathematics for more than 45 years. She was a professor of mathematics at Bradley University for 35 of those years and continues to teach occasional classes either in person or via distance learning. Sterling is the author of several Dummies algebra and higher-level math titles. She is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire with a master's degree in math education.