Algebra II For Dummies

Learn to:

Examine exponentials Graph inequalities Go beyond your Algebra I knowledge

Your complete guide to acing Algebra II

Algebra can evoke anxiety in the best of us. But here′s the good news: You no longer have to suffer through sequences, series, and sets alone. Algebra II For Dummies takes the fear out of this tough math course and gives you easy–to–follow, friendly instruction on everything you′ll encounter in your Algebra II class.

Start at the beginning home in on the basics, from ordering your operations to expounding on exponential rules to cracking quadratic equations Put the "fun" in functions formulate function facts, sketch and interpret quadratic functions, stay ahead of the curve with polynomials, and rely on rational functions Conquer those conics cut up conic sections and find out how to solve systems of linear and nonlinear equations and inequalities Movin′ on up simplify complex numbers, make moves with matrices, get to grips with sequences and series, and discover everything you ever wanted to know about sets

Open the book and find:

How to graph your way to the good life Ways to evaluate exponential expressions Tips for defeating unwieldy fractions The scoop on ellipses and circles How to relate exponential and logarithmic functions What you need to know when dealing with radical functions Plain–English guidance on advanced Algebra II concepts Ten multiplication tricks

Mary Jane Sterling was a lecturer in mathematics for more than 35 years, teaching courses in algebra, calculus, and linear programming. She is the author of Algebra I For Dummies, Trigonometry For Dummies, Algebra Workbook For Dummies, and Trigonometry Workbook For Dummies.