Math for the Building Trades

Math for the Building Trades is designed to help individuals learn and apply basic math skills commonly used in the construction industry. Chapters are organized into sections that contain thorough explanations of math principles and operations as well as step-by-step procedures for solving trade-specific math problems. Checkpoints, reviews, and tests in each chapter provide opportunities to practice and apply the math concepts covered. CONTENTS • Whole Numbers • Fractions: Adding and Subtracting • Fractions: Multiplying and Dividing • Decimals • Percentages, Ratios, and Proportions • Measurements • Plane Figures • Solid Figures • Graphs