Succeed in Understanding Algebra

Algebra is a branch of mathematics that uses letters of the alphabet to represent objects, numbers or even groups of numbers or expressions. In many cases, algebra uses shorthand mathematical notation to simplify complex or very large terms. The solution of equations is a major goal in algebra.

Understanding algebraic methods is important in science, computing and other math courses. Algebra is used in so many fields that the subject can even help in your career.

Contents 

1. Basics 
2. Exponents and roots 
3. Working with expressions 
4. Solving equations 
5. Resources 

1. Basics

• Purpose of Algebra is Solving Equations
• Terminology Used in Algebra
• Variables and Constants in Algebra
• Algebraic Expressions
• Properties or Laws of Addition and Multiplication
• Combining Like Terms in an Expression

2. Exponents and roots

• Exponents
• Multiplication with Exponents
• Division with Exponents
• Exponents to the Power of 10
• Newton's Square Root Approximation

3. Working with expressions

• Multiplying Binomial Expressions

4. Solving equations

• Linear Equations
• Solving a Linear Equation with One Variable
• Quadratic Equations
• Using the Quadratic Equation Formula

5. Resources

• General Algebra Reader Feedback
• Algebra Resources

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