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Autorentext

Mark Ryan is the founder and owner of The Math Center in the Chicago area, where he provides tutoring in all math subjects as well as test preparation. Mark is the author of Calculus For Dummies, Calculus Workbook For Dummies, and Geometry Workbook For Dummies.

Klappentext

Decode complex geometry problems

Master deductive logic to solve proofs Calculate angles, arcs, area, and more Get up and running with geometry If the thought of geometry makes you jittery, this book is your best weapon for slaying stress! You'll find out how to approach this intimidating math subject from a new angle?and you'll discover secrets for getting past rough spots along the way. You don't have to be a math genius to grasp geometry, and this guide will help you get un-stumped in a hurry! Inside...

• Begin with the basics
• Analyze arcs and angles
• Calculate volume and surface area
• Solve complicated proofs with deductive logic
• Cozy up to chords
• Prove triangles congruent

• Improve your test scores

  Zusammenfassung
  Hit the geometry wall? Get up and running with this no-nonsense guide! Does the thought of geometry make you jittery? You're not alone. Fortunately, this down-to-earth guide helps you approach it from a new angle, making it easier than ever to conquer your fears and score your highest in geometry.

  Inhalt

  Introduction 1

  Part 1: Getting Started with Geometry Basics 5

  Chapter 1: Introducing Geometry 7

  Chapter 2: Building Your Geometric Foundation 17

  Chapter 3: Sizing Up Segments and Analyzing Angles 31

  Part 2: Introducing Proofs 43

  Chapter 4: Prelude to Proofs 45

  Chapter 5: Your Starter Kit of Easy Theorems and Short Proofs 55

  Chapter 6: The Ultimate Guide to Tackling a Longer Proof 75

  Part 3: Triangles: Polygons of the Three-Sided Variety 87

  Chapter 7: Grasping Triangle Fundamentals 89

  Chapter 8: Regarding Right Triangles 107

  Chapter 9: Completing Congruent Triangle Proofs 125

  Part 4: Polygons of the Four-or-More-Sided Variety 153

  Chapter 10: The Seven Wonders of the Quadrilateral World 155

  Chapter 11: Proving That You Have a Particular Quadrilateral 177

  Chapter 12: Polygon Formulas: Area, Angles, and Diagonals 193

  Chapter 13: Similarity: Same Shape, Different Size 211

  Part 5: Working with Not-So-Vicious Circles 235

  Chapter 14: Coming Around to Circle Basics 237

  Chapter 15: Circle Formulas and Theorems 255

  Part 6: Going Deep with 3-D Geometry 277

  Chapter 16: 3-D Space: Proofs in a Higher Plane of Existence 279

  Chapter 17: Getting a Grip on Solid Geometry 287

  Part 7: Placement, Points, and Pictures: Alternative Geometry Topics 303

  Chapter 18: Coordinate Geometry 305

  Chapter 19: Changing the Scene with Geometric Transformations 323

  Chapter 20: Locating Loci and Constructing Constructions 343

  Part 8: The Part of Tens 361

  Chapter 21: Ten Things to Use as Reasons in Geometry Proofs 363

  Chapter 22: Ten Cool Geometry Problems 369

  Index 377