This CD provides a review of basic arithmetic and continues through some of the early stages of algebra. Emphasis is placed on decimals, percentages and measurements, exponents, radicals and logarithms. Exercises are provided in factoring polynomials, linear equations, ratio, proportion and variation, complex numbers, and quadratic equations. The final assignment affords the student an opportunity to demonstrate what he or she has learned concerning plane figures, geometric construction and solid figures, and slightly touches on numerical trigonometry.

This self-study guide is organized into subject matter areas, each containing learning objectives to help you determine what you should learn along with text and illustrations to help you understand the information. The subject matter reflects day-to-day requirements and experiences of personnel in the rating or skill area. It also reflects guidance provided by Enlisted Community Managers (ECMs) and other senior personnel, technical references, instructions, etc., and either the occupational or naval standards, which are listed in the Manual of Navy Enlisted Manpower Personnel Classifications and Occupational Standards.

The questions that appear in this course are designed to help you understand the material in the text. In completing this course, you will improve your military and professional knowledge. Importantly, it can also help you study for the Navy-wide advancement in rate examination. If you are studying and discover a reference in the text to another publication for further information, look it up.