Publisher's Synopsis
Operation Arithmetic includes over 250 pages of quizzes to help the adult self-learner get better at arithmetic. Topics include:
- Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
- Positive and negative integers and decimals
- Proper, improper, and mixed fractions
- Square roots and perfect squares
- Higher roots and powers
- Percentages, sales tax, raises, and discounts
There are also chapters introducing the topics, and at the back of the book are tables and a glossary of some mathematical terms and concepts.
All too often math is taught as if you have to know how to design the bridge and label every single part before you're allowed to cross it. This book lets you learn through practice. You're allowed on the bridge before you're able to build your own.
The author is a lover of math, not a professional educator or mathematician. This is not a textbook, but is meant to add to your learning aids. It's designed to be simple and reader friendly.
So, if you'd like to review your arithmetic skills through practice, with some tips along the way, consider trying this book of quizzes. And best of luck!
