Prealgebra

Prealgebra, 8th Edition is a mathematics textbook by Elayn Martin-Gay, published by Pearson. The volume provides foundational mathematics instruction designed with an accessible writing style to support students in developing arithmetic and basic algebraic skills.

Subject coverage centers on operations with whole numbers, examining addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. The text integrates computational arithmetic with foundational geometric topics, including perimeter and area, alongside rounding, estimation, and place value.

To assist with student assessment preparation, the 8th Edition introduces Getting Ready for the Test exercises before each Chapter Test. These exercises allow learners to check their understanding of key chapter topics before taking exams.