Basic Math and Pre-Algebra (Cliffs Study Solver)

This book is really good. I plan on taking the GRE in the fall, so I wanted to do a complete review, and not just learn the "strategies" that will help me be a great test taker. I wanted to review my background in math and verbal and I'm working my way from Basic Math through Calculus & Trig with these books. I disagree with the 1star post. I think this book is GREAT for someone who needs a complete refresher, and it DOES in fact define what an "integer" is. I think it's great. I'm not paid to say this, I'm not the author, or the author's relative, or anything like that...I always wonder if some of the poor reviews come from competitive authors who want you to buy their book instead. But anyway, I'm 1/2 way through this book. I love how they give REAL LIFE EXAMPLES to make the problems more readily understandable. I can't wait to finish this book and go on to "pre algebra" then "Algebra." I actually came online to see if Cliffnotes makes comparable books that could help me brush up on principles for the verbal section of the GRE.

The CliffsStudySolver workbooks combine 20 percent review material with 80 percent practice problems (and the answers!) to help make your lessons stick.

CliffsStudySolver Basic Math and Pre-Algebra is for students who want to reinforce their knowledge with a learn-by-doing approach. Inside, you’ll get the practice you need to tackle numbers with problem-solving tools such as

• Straightforward, concise reviews of every topic
• Practice problems in every chapter — with explanations and solutions
• A diagnostic pretest to assess your current skills
• A full-length exam that adapts to your skill level

Beginning with the basics of multiplication, division, and fundamental properties, this workbook ventures into whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, and more. You'll explore integers, rational numbers, powers, exponents and measurements, plus details about

• Estimating products, quotients, sums, and differences
• Finding percent of increase or decrease
• Multiplying positive and negative mixed numbers
• Figuring out bar and circle charts and line graphs
• Dealing with probability and statistics
• Solving variables, algebraic expressions, and simple equations

Practice makes perfect —and whether you're taking lessons or teaching yourself, CliffsStudySolver guides can help you make the grade.

Beginning with the basics of multiplication, division, and fundamental properties, this workbook progresses into whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percents. It helps you explore integers, rational numbers, powers, exponents and measurements. It also presents practice problems in every chapter with explanations and solutions. Offers explanations of basic math and pre-algebra concepts, including whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, measurements, graphs, variables, equations, and sequences, and includes practice problems and solutions Mathematics topics encountered prior to Algebra, including whole numbers, decimals, fractions, percents, exponents, and roots. It is important to feel comfortable with some terms, symbols, and operations before you review basic math and pre-algebra.