1 Copyright © 2015, 2011, 2007 Pearson Education, Inc. Chapter 1-1 Basic Concepts Chapter 1

2 Copyright © 2015, 2011, 2007 Pearson Education, Inc. Chapter – Study Skills for Success in Mathematics1.1 – Study Skills for Success in Mathematics, and Using a Calculator 1.2 – Sets and Other Basic Concepts 1.3 – Properties of and Operations with Real Numbers 1.4 – Order of Operations 1.5 – Exponents 1.6 – Scientific Notation Chapter Sections

3 Copyright © 2015, 2011, 2007 Pearson Education, Inc. Chapter 1-3 § 1.1 Study Skills for Success in Mathematics, and Using a Calculator

4 Copyright © 2015, 2011, 2007 Pearson Education, Inc. Chapter 1-4 Steps for Success 1.Have a Positive Attitude 2.Prepare for and Attend Class  Preview the Material  Read the Text  Do the Homework  Attend and Participate in Class  Study  Time Management

5 Copyright © 2015, 2011, 2007 Pearson Education, Inc. Chapter 1-5 Steps for Success 3.Prepare for and Take Examinations  Study for an Exam  Take an Exam 4.Find Help  Use the Supplements  Seek Help 5.Learn to Use a Calculator