The Linear Algebra Survival Guide offers a concise introduction to the difficult core topics of linear algebra, guiding you through the powerful graphic displays and visualization of Mathematica that make the most abstract theories seem simple - allowing you to tackle realistic problems using simple mathematical manipulations. This resource is therefore a guide to learning the content of Mathematica in a practical way, enabling you to manipulate potential solutions/outcomes, and learn creatively. No starting knowledge of the Mathematica system is required to use the book. Desktop, laptop, web-based versions of Mathematica are available on all major platforms. Mathematica Online for tablet and smartphone systems are also under development and increases the reach of the guide as a general reference, teaching and learning tool. - Includes computational oriented information that complements the essential topics in linear algebra. - Presents core topics in a simple, straightforward way with examples for exploring computational illustrations, graphics, and displays using Mathematica. - Provides numerous examples of short code in the text, which can be modified for use with exercises to develop graphics displays for teaching, learning, and demonstrations.

Contains reproducible pages of practice problems designed to help students improve their algebra skills, covering number properties and sets, positive and negative numbers, absolute value, radicals, equations, and other topics.

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The "Algebra Survival Guide Workbook" presents thousands of practice problems (and their answers) to help students master algebra. Each problem set focuses like a laser beam on a particular algebra skill, then offers ample practice problems. Answers are conveniently displayed in the back. -- From product description.

First published in 1998.

Provides easy access to the most crucial concepts and formulas in basic algebra.

If you thought algebra had to be boring, confusing, and unrelated to anything in the real world, think again! Written in a humorous, conversational style, this handbook gently nudges students toward success in understanding Algebra 1. With its simple-to-follow flash-card format and user-friendly section dividers, practice problems, glossary, and index, it is ideal for homeschoolers, tutors, and students striving for classroom excellence. It features funky icons and lively cartoons by award-winning Santa Fe artist Sally Blakemore, a wraparound cover that closes the book with a string tie, and an Algebra Wilderness board game guaranteed to help students steer clear of Negativeland -- and have fun.This study aid meets the Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics developed by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.