Did you dislike maths when you were at school? Do you avoid calculations if you can get someone else to do them for you? Are you held back at work by a lack of numeracy skills? Steve Miller, the author of this book, has many years experience as a maths teacher and private tutor. He is convinced that it is never too late to learn arithmetic and that anyone can do it if they want to, including you. The key is to make sure that you understand each step. Numbers Explained builds up an understanding of number work in easy stages without talking down to the reader. After reading this book, you should understand how to tackle all the arithmetic required in everyday life.