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Basic Math & Pre-Algebra For Dummies

By Mark Zegarelli
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Set yourself up for mathematical success with this helpful guide Basic Math & Pre-Algebra For Dummies, 3rd Edition helps you build a solid math foundation. With easy-to-understand explanations, you'll learn about positive and negative numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, and beyond. Packed full of practical examples and... Read More
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Set yourself up for mathematical success with this helpful guide

Basic Math & Pre-Algebra For Dummies, 3rd Edition helps you build a solid math foundation. With easy-to-understand explanations, you'll learn about positive and negative numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, and beyond. Packed full of practical examples and methods that align with teaching standards (perfect for following right along with your class!), you'll be ready to tackle the next step in your math evolution. Plus, you'll learn why math concepts work the way they do, so you can use your new math skills with confidence and real understanding.

Inside:

  • Understand the basic concepts you need for pre-algebra
  • Break down word problems and demystify confusing rules
  • Get a better grasp on math by seeing how it applies to the real world
  • Brush up on your skills so you’re ready to move on to algebra, geometry, and beyond

Great for pre-algebra students (and their parents!), Basic Math and Pre-Algebra For Dummies makes math easy.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781394421640

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 May 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Edition: 3rd edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 183.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 363g

Pages: 368

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About the Author

Mark Zegarelli is a math teacher and tutor with degrees in Mathematics and English from Rutgers University. He is the author of a wide variety of math and puzzle books, including Basic Math & Pre-Algebra Workbook For Dummies, ACT Math For Dummies, and Logic For Dummies.

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