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Book SynopsisBeginning Algebra, 9th edition, by Baratto, Bergman, and Hutchison is part of the latest offerings in the successful Hutchison Series in Mathematics. The book is designed for a one-semester course in beginning algebra and is appropriate for lecture, learning center, laboratory, and self-paced settings. The ninth edition continues the seriesâ hallmark approach of encouraging mastery of mathematics through careful practice. The text provides detailed, straightforward explanations and accessible pedagogy to help students
grow their math skills from the ground up. The authors use a three-pronged approach of
communication, pattern recognition, and problem solving to present concepts understandably, stimulate critical-thinking skills, and stress reading and communication skills in order to help students become effective problem-solvers. Features such as Tips for Student Success, Check Yourself exercises, and Activities underscore this approach and the underlying philosop
Table of ContentsPreface
Applications Index
Chapter 0. An Arithmetic Review (online-only chapter)
Chapter 0: Prerequisite Check
0.1 Factors and Multiples
0.2 Fractions and Mixed Numbers
0.3 Decimals and Percents
0.4 Exponents and the Order of Operations
0.5 Positive and Negative Numbers
Chapter 0: Summary
Chapter 0: Summary Exercises
Chapter 0: Chapter Test
Chapter 1. From Arithmetic to Algebra
Chapter 1: Prerequisite Check
1.1 An Introduction to Real Numbers
1.2 Adding and Subtracting Real Numbers
1.3 Multiplying and Dividing Real Numbers
1.4 Transition to Algebra
1.5 Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
1.6 Adding and Subtracting Terms
1.7 Multiplying and Dividing Terms
Chapter 1: Summary
Chapter 1: Summary Exercises
Chapter 1: Chapter Test
Activity 1: Evaluating Net Pay
Chapter 2. Equations and Problem Solving
Chapter 2: Prerequisite Check
2.1 Solving Equations with the Addition Property
2.2 Solving Equations with the Multiplication Property
2.3 Combining the Rules to Solve Equations
2.4 Formulas and Problem Solving
2.5 An Introduction to Inequalities
Chapter 2: Summary
Chapter 2: Summary Exercises
Chapter 2: Chapter Test
Chapters 1-2: Cumulative Review
Activity 2: Exchanging Money
Chapter 3. Exponents and Polynomials
Chapter 3: Prerequisite Check
3.1 Positive Integer Exponents
3.2 Integer Exponents and Scientific Notation
3.3 An Introduction to Polynomials
3.4 Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
3.5 Multiplying Polynomials
3.6 Dividing Polynomials
Chapter 3: Summary
Chapter 3: Summary Exercises
Chapter 3: Chapter Test
Chapters 1-3: Cumulative Review
Activity 3: Wealth and Compound Interest
Chapter 4. Factoring
Chapter 4: Prerequisite Check
4.1 An Introduction to Factoring
4.2 Factoring Trinomials of the Form x2 + bx + c
4.3 Factoring Trinomials of the Form ax2 + bx + c
4.4 Factoring Special Products
4.5 Factoring Strategies
4.6 Factoring and Problem Solving
Chapter 4: Summary
Chapter 4: Summary Exercises
Chapter 4: Chapter Test
Chapters 1-4: Cumulative Review
Activity 4: ISBNs and the Check Digit
Chapter 5. Rational Expressions
Chapter 5: Prerequisite Check
5.1 Simplifying Rational Expressions
5.2 Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions
5.3 Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions
5.4 Complex Rational Expressions
5.5 Rational Expressions and Problem Solving
Chapter 5: Summary
Chapter 5: Summary Exercises
Chapter 5: Chapter Test
Chapters 1-5: Cumulative Review
Activity 5: Determining State Apportionment
Chapter 6. Linear Equations
Chapter 6: Prerequisite Check
6.1 Two-Variable Equations
6.2 The Rectangular Coordinate System
6.3 Graphing Linear Equations
6.4 The Slope of a Line
6.5 Tables and Graphs
Chapter 6: Summary
Chapter 6: Summary Exercises
Chapter 6: Chapter Test
Chapters 1-6: Cumulative Review
Activity 6: Graphing with a Calculator
Chapter 7. Equations, Inequalities, and Functions
Chapter 7: Prerequisite Check
7.1 The Slope-Intercept Form
7.2 Linear Equations
7.3 Graphing Linear Inequalities
7.4 An Introduction to Functions
Chapter 7: Summary
Chapter 7: Summary Exercises
Chapter 7: Chapter Test
Chapters 1-7: Cumulative Review
Activity 7: Graphing with the Internet
Chapter 8. Systems of Linear Equations
Chapter 8: Prerequisite Check
8.1 Graphing Systems of Linear Equations
8.2 Solving Systems of Equations with the Addition Method
8.3 Solving Systems of Equations by Substitution
8.4 Systems of Linear Inequalities
Chapter 8: Summary
Chapter 8: Summary Exercises
Chapter 8: Chapter Test
Chapters 1-8: Cumulative Review
Activity 8: Agricultural Technology
Chapter 9. Roots and Radicals
Chapter 9: Prerequisite Check
9.1 Roots and Radicals
9.2 Simplifying Radical Expressions
9.3 Operations on Radical Expressions
9.4 Solving Radical Equations
9.5 The Pythagorean Theorem
Chapter 9: Summary
Chapter 9: Summary Exercises
Chapter 9: Chapter Test
Chapters 1-9: Cumulative Review
Activity 9: The Swing of a Pendulum
Chapter 10. Quadratic Equations
Chapter 10: Prerequisite Check
10.1 Solving Quadratic Equations
10.2 Completing the Square
10.3 The Quadratic Formula
10.4 Graphing Quadratic Equations
Chapter 10: Summary
Chapter 10: Summary Exercises
Chapter 10: Chapter Test
Chapters 1-10: Cumulative Review
Activity 10: The Gravity Model
Final Examination
Answers to Prerequisite Checks, Reading Your Text, Summary Exercises, Chapter Tests, and Cumulative ReviewsIndex
