How to Solve Word Problems in Mathematics (eBook)

Erscheinungsjahr 2000
ISBN: 978-0-07-136272-6
Verlag: MCGRAW HILL BOOK CO

Buch, Englisch, 164 Seiten, Format (B × H): 141 mm x 213 mm, Gewicht: 213 g

WORD PROBLEMS??NO PROBLEMBe prepared when you get to the word-problem section of your test! With this easy-to-use pocket guide, solving word problems in mathematics becomes almost fun.This anxiety-quelling guide helps you get ready for those daunting word problems, one step at a time. With fully explained examples, it shows you how easy it can be to translate word problems into solvable math problemsand get the answers right!You get complete directions for solving problems commonly found in elementary, high-school, and college text books. There's no word problem too tough for How To Solve Word Problems in Mathematics!Sanity-saving features include: - Step-by-step approach to word problems - Complete explanations of every step - Fully explained answers - Dozens of sample problems - Problems of every type - Skill-checking practice drill If you don't have a lot of time but want to excel in class, this book helps you: - Brush up before tests - Solve problems quickly - Understand the material - Master word problems without spending hours with lengthy textbooks The book that solves word-problem problems!

Autoren/Hrsg.

Wayne, David S.

Wayne, David

Fachgebiete

• Mathematik | Informatik Mathematik Mathematik Allgemein

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter 1: Measurement, Estimation, and Using Formulas. Chapter 2: Using Algebraic Equations to Solve Problems. Chapter 3: Word Problems Involving Ratio, Proportion, and Percentage. Chapter 4: Word Problems Involving Geometry and Trignometry. Chapter 5: Word Problems Involving Statistics, Counting, and Probability. Chapter 6: Miscellaneous Problem Drill. Appendix: A Brief Review of Solving Equations.

Über Autor(innen)

Wayne, David
David Wayne, Ph.D. (Hempstead, NY) is Director of Mathematics and Computer Technology in the Oceanside, NJ Public Schools. He is a member and Vice-Chair for High Schools of the Mathematical Association of America, the American Mathematical Society, the National Council of Teacher of Mathematics, and various honors societies.

David Wayne, P.h.D., is the Director of Mathematics and Computer Technology K-12 in the Oceanside, NY Public Schools. He is also Adjunct Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY and has served as Mathematics Department Chair for several high schools. Dr. Wayne is a member and vice-chair for High Schools of the Mathematical Association of America, the American Mathematical Society, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, and various honor societies.