Overview Percents are special types of ratios that compare the number to 100. Similar to any ratio, a percent can be expressed as a fraction. Since percents compare to 100,…
read moreOverview A rate compares 2 quantities that have different types of units, such as kilometers per hour or miles per gallon. A ratio compares quantities with the same type of…
read moreOverview Not all equations can be solved in one step. Many take several steps to solve, but the principles of solving one-step equations can be applied. Use the order of…
read moreOverview Some algebra equations can be solved with one step, using operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. In order to solve them, use inverse operations so that the…
read moreOverview Students can use the commutative, associative, and distributive properties of addition and multiplication to simplify algebraic expressions. Problems are more easily solved if compatible terms can be combined first.…
read moreOverview Order of operations within math problems gives students a set of rules to follow in order to get the same answer. In the standard order of operations, expressions within…
read moreOverview Operations with real numbers are the most familiar types in mathematics. Those numerical expressions with constants and operations include such actions as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Many algebraic…
read moreOverview The language of algebra is written in symbols, numerals, variables, constants, and expressions. In order to be successful in math, students should be able to translate its language into…
read moreOverview Real numbers include rational and irrational numbers, whole numbers, positive and negative integers, and the number 0. They can be used in operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and…
read moreOverview Decimals and percent are used in many different types of mathematical calculations and applications. They require attention to detail to use correctly. Adding and Subtracting Decimals In order to…
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