Real-World Mathematics: Intermediate Algebra

Real-World Mathematics Intermediate Algebra is part of a high school textbook series that focuses on the core content areas in the Basic Education Curriculum. This book develops greater understanding of the concepts in algebra through a variety of topics as it aims to enhance the problem solving skills and critical-thinking abilities needed in the study of higher-level mathematics. Throughout the book, mathematical concepts are explained in simple and precise manner. Specific objectives are stated at the start of the lessons to guide you throughout the learning process. Each lesson presents situations that show applications of algebra in the real world and its connection to other fields of study. Tables and diagrams are used to organize important data and to help visualize certain concepts.To achieve its instructional objectives, this book has the following components:• Examples – This book provides quality real-life applications that use concrete examples to relate math to everyday experiences.• Did You Know That… – Tips, trivias, and other interesting facts are included to give more insights about the concepts being discussed.• Exercises – In the lesson exercises, problems that test your understanding of the topic are presented under Drill and Practice. The items under Applications will help you use learned math concepts as applied to real-life problems.• Enrichment Exercises – Additional items that allow you to extend knowledge beyond what is presented in the lessons are given. These problems will strengthen your understanding of certain mathematical ideas and guide you to the discovery of other mathematical concepts. Other components such as Chapter Test, Problem Set, and Unit Test are also provided to assess mastery of the lessons. In Real-World Mathematics, explore and discover the world of algebra!