Become fluent in these beginning algebra skills:

• combine like terms

• factor binomials and trinomials

• factor out a minus sign

• distribute terms to binomials and trinomials

• distribute a minus sign

• multiply variables with different exponents

• apply the FOIL method

• the square of the sum and the difference of squares

• isolate the unknown in a simple equation

This book doesn’t offer thorough coverage of every algebra skill, but provides plenty of practice with the useful skills listed above. These skills are important for building a strong foundation in algebra. Most algebra students would benefit from additional practice.