• Make sense of logarithms and exponentials
• Understand functions and solve linear equations
• Graph algebraic and trig functions

Get ahead in pre-calculus

Getting a handle on pre-calculus can feel a bit daunting, but this accessible, hands-on guide makes it easier than ever. By presenting the essential topics in a clear and concise manner, the book helps you improve your understanding of pre-calculus and become prepared for upper-level math courses—in a snap!

Inside...

• Sharpen your algebraic skills
• Identify and conquer challenging processes
• Review angles and their properties
• Establish trig identities
• Work with conic sections
• Solve systems of equations

Get ahead in pre-calculus

Pre-calculus courses have become increasingly popular with 35 percent of students in the U.S. taking the course in middle or high school. Often, completion of such a course is a prerequisite for calculus and other upper level mathematics courses.

Pre-Calculus For Dummies is an invaluable resource for students enrolled in pre-calculus courses. By presenting the essential topics in a clear and concise manner, the book helps students improve their understanding of pre-calculus and become prepared for upper level math courses.

• Provides fundamental information in an approachable manner
• Includes fresh example problems
• Practical explanations mirror today’s teaching methods
• Offers relevant cultural references

Whether used as a classroom aid or as a refresher in preparation for an introductory calculus course, this book is one you’ll want to have on hand to perform your very best.