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Description of  Algebra, Arithmetic, Numbers and Numeration: A Mathematics Book for High Schools and Colleges

This book which is suitable for students in high schools and students in colleges. It also serves as a useful tool for students who are preparing for entrance examinations into colleges and universities. The step by step explanations presented in the worked examples are easy to understand since care was taken to sufficiently explain salient points. Numerous exercises at the end of each chapter are intended to test students' understanding of the topic. Therefore students are presented with an effective means of self-assessment whereby they can determine their individual strengths and revision needs.The topics covered in this textbook include: Linear equation and equations with fractions Number bases Standard forms and approximations Laws of indices Laws and theories of logarithms Modular arithmetic Change of subject of formulae Variation Word problems involving fractions Simple interest Compound interest Proportional division Average and mixture, rate Fraction Decimal Percentage Ratio. Learners will find these topics well simplified, thereby making mathematics more interesting. A constructive overview of this mathematics textbook will be highly appreciated from buyers so as to give an overview to others who intend to purchase a copy of this book, and also to serve as a form of advice for the author when revising the book.