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Word Problems? NO PROBLEM! Now anyone, even those whose palms begin to sweat at the first sight of math problems that begin "A train left the station going 65 mph..." can overcome anxiety and learn to solve word problems. In Math Word Problems Demystified, experienced math instructor Allan G. Bluman provides an effective, tension-free, approach to conquering the word problems on the SATs and many other standardized tests, in algebra, and in other mathematics and science classes.
With Math Word Problems Demystified, you master the subject one simple step at a time -- at your own speed. This unique self-teaching guide offers practice problems, a quiz at the end of each chapter to pinpoint weaknesses, and a 40 question final exam to reinforce the methods and material presented in the book.
If you want to master math word problems, here's the self-teaching course that will get it done. Get ready to --
- Transform word problems into solvable equations
- Master a 4-step strategy that empowers you to understand and solve the most common word problems
- Conquer word problems involving distances, mixtures, levers, finance, work, speed, percents, coins, ages, and more
- Obtain the right answers using formulas and proportions
- Score better on science and math exams as well as standardized tests
A fast, effective, and fun way to master word problems, Math Word Problems Demystified is the perfect shortcut to gain the confidence and develop the necessary skills to solve these tough test questions.
Synopsis
Word problems are the most difficult part of any math course –- and the most important to both the SATs and other standardized tests. This book teaches proven methods for analyzing and solving any type of math word problem.
Synopsis
Word problems are the most difficult part of any math course –- and the most important to both the SATs and other standardized tests. This book teaches proven methods for analyzing and solving any type of math word problem.
Table of Contents
Preface Lesson 1: Introduction to Solving Word Problems Lesson 2: Solving Word Problems Using Whole Numbers REFRESHER I: DECIMALS Lesson 3: Solving Word Problems Using Decimals REFRESHER II: FRACTIONS Lesson 4: Solving Word Problems Using Fractions QUIZ 1 REFRESHER III: PERCENTS Lesson 5: Solving Word Problems Using Percents Lesson 6: Solving Word Problems Using Proportions Lesson 7: Solving Word Problems Using Formulas QUIZ 2 REFRESHER IV: EQUATIONS Lesson 8: Algebraic Representation Lesson 9: Solving Number Problems Lesson 10: Solving Digit Problems Lesson 11: Solving Coin Problems QUIZ 3 Lesson 12: Solving Age Problems Lesson 13: Solving Distance Problems Lesson 14: Solving Mixture Problems Lesson 15: Solving Finance Problems Lesson 16: Solving Lever Problems Lesson 17: Solving Work Problems QUIZ 4 REFRESHER V: SYSTEMS OF EQUATIONS Lesson 18: Solving Word Problems Using Two Equations REFRESHER VI: QUADRATIC EQUATIONS Lesson 19: Solving Word Problems Using Quadratic Equations Lesson 20: Solving Word Problems in Geometry QUIZ 5 Lesson 21: Solving Word Problems Using Other Strategies Lesson 22: Solving Word Problems in Probability Lesson 23: Solving Word Problems in Statistics QUIZ 6 FINAL EXAM ANSWER TO QUIZZES AND FINAL EXAM SUPPLEMENT: SUGGESTIONS FOR SUCCESS IN MATHEMATICS INDEX