Beginning Algebra

(Each chapter contains a Summary, Review Exercises, and Chapter Test. With the exception of Chapter 1, each chapter also contains a Cumulative Review.) 1. The Real Number System. 2. Solving Equations and Inequalities. 3. Polynomials and Exponents. 4. Factoring and Applications. 5. Rational Expressions. 6. Equations and Inequalities in Two Variables. 7. Linear Systems. 8. Roots and Radicals. 9. Quadratic Equations. Appendixes. Answers to Selected Exercises. Index of Applications. Index.