Problem solving and estimation are stressed in this semester. Students will be introduced to formulas involving perimeter, circumference, area, surface area, and volume. The emphasis of the course is on problem-solving skills and communicating mathematically. Real-world applications are incorporated throughout the class. Besides including a review of basic skills, the course covers integers, rational numbers, solving equations, absolute values, ratios, proportions, percents, statistics, geometry, and fractions.
Calculators are optional.
Topics covered include real numbers, proportions, percents, triangles and the Pythagorean Theorem, areas and volumes, measurement, graphing equations, probability and polynomials. Calculators are optional.