Basic Algebra:  One Step at a Time

Chapter 1

Dr. Robert J. Rapalje

Seminole State College of Florida

Sanford, FL  32773

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 Basic Algebra:  One Step at a Time. 

1.01  Number Systems

1.02  Order of Operations

          See also Order of Operations  p. 7 - 12 Solved in Color 

1.03  Signed Numbers, Absolute Value

          See also Signed Numbers; Absolute Value  p. 13 - 20 Solved in Color

1.04  The Other Calculator--Tool of the Trade 

1.05  Variables and Substitution

          See also  Variables and Substitution  p. 27 - 30 Solved in Color

1.06  Combining Like Terms, The Distributive Property

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1.07  Number Properties  

1.08  Basic Equation Solving

          See also Equation Solving  p. 45 - 55 Solved in Color

1.09  Introduction to Word Problems

1.10  Word Problems Part I (pages 63-83)         

          Word Problems Part II (pages 84-100)

        See also Word Problems  p. 65 - 92 Solved in Color

1.11  Inequalities  

Chapter 1 Practice Tests Forms A and B (from the book)

Chapter 1 Additional Practice Test Form RR