CLEP College Algebra covers fundamental algebraic concepts and skills necessary for success in college-level mathematics courses.
Exponents tell you how many times to multiply a number by itself. The rules of exponents make calculations easier and help simplify expressions.
Radicals are roots, like square roots (\( \sqrt{x} \)). Simplifying radicals means expressing them in the simplest form.
These are fractions with polynomials in the numerator, denominator, or both. You can add, subtract, multiply, and divide them, but always factor and reduce!
These concepts appear in science (calculating energy), engineering, and finance (interest rates).
Simplify \( (x^2)^3 = x^6 \) using exponent rules.
Reduce \( \frac{x^2 - 9}{x + 3} \) to \( x - 3 \) after factoring.
Exponents, radicals, and rational expressions extend your algebra skills to work with more complex numbers and relationships.