Ideal for the "physics first" high school science program, this work includes many foundational skills needed for chemistry and biology studies. The book is designed to accompany introductory courses in algebra, and the exercises require students to utilize multiple concepts and skills to arrive at an answer. This text breaks the “cram-pass-forget cycle” by promoting long-term retention of course content. Its beauty lies in the beautiful, relevant color graphics throughout as well as prose that is accurate, lucid, and concise.