How to Really Do Math

Maths can make sense. One step at a time.

Perhaps maths never clicked at school. Perhaps you use it every day but still feel unsure about fractions, percentages or algebra. Here is a friendly place to begin again.

How to Really Do Math helps you rebuild the foundations, understand why the rules work and choose a method that makes sense.

Starting with numbers and everyday calculations, Andrew Waldron guides you through fractions, decimals, percentages, algebra, measurement, data, probability, graphs and trigonometry. When you are ready, optional chapters introduce calculus, sequences, growth and proof.

Inside, you will find:

• Clear worked examples that explain the reasoning as well as the calculation.

• Friendly illustrations and conversations with Alex and Jo, exploring the questions learners often keep to themselves.

• A short starting-point quiz to help you decide where to begin.

• 50 practice questions with worked answers, so you can try a method and understand each step.

• A practical toolkit, formula reference and glossary to return to whenever you need them.

Whether you are returning to education, brushing up for work or tackling everyday calculations, this book gives you room to learn at your own pace.

Read it from the beginning, revisit a troublesome topic or keep it nearby when a practical question comes up.

Start where you are. Build from there.