Many people learn algebra, and then never use it in their "real life". It's not that it COULDN'T be useful; but rather, that many people tend to forget how to use it.
In some professions, you will DEFINITELY need algebra - as well as more advanced math.
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Mathematics which includes Algebra is considered "the mother of all science". Therefore it is used of course extensively in all higher mathematics and in all the sciences. It is possible to use some problem solving techniques that you learn in Algebra to solve proplems in real life even if you are not a scientist or mathematician.
We use it all the time without knowing it. When we go to the store or do finances, it's all algebra. Engineering and many scientific fields also use algebra.
Algebra may seem really stupid in school, but it does serve a purpose through life. For example if you had $x and you can get 40 litres of petrol, 1 litre costing $1.20? Here's how you do it using algebra. 1=$1.20 40=$1.20x40=$48 .'.x=$48 Hope this helps, but I suck at maths.
We use algebra to predict things.
Algebra is used in real life in a couple of ways. The most obvious way would be if the career you choose requires use of algebra; engineers, mathematicians, teachers, and scientists are examples of people that might need to use algebra. Otherwise, everyone does use algebra even though they may not realize it. For example, you're at the grocery store picking out ingredients for a big recipe. You need 2 pounds of peanuts, but the store only sells quarter pound bags. Well, in a case like that you're going to have to quickly figure out how many bags will equal the 2 pounds you need. It is just like solving an equation!