Topics include voting theory, weighted voting systems, fair division problems, and apportionment. The remainder of the course focuses on the study of probability and statistics. An overview of the algebra and trigonometry needed for analytic geometry and calculus. Designed for students who need a review before taking calculus. Topics include basic algebra, functions and graphs, radicals and exponents, trigonometric functions, identities and equations.
Calculator is required.
Topics include linear and quadratic functions with applications to supply, demand, cost, revenue, profit, break- even, and equilibrium analysis, in addition to systems of linear equalities and inequalities as they lead to linear programming. Modeling using the logarithmic and exponential functions, and the derivative as used in optimization are included. Emphasis is on the problem-solving approach with use throughout of the graphing calculator and a spreadsheet program. Calculator is required. A study of some areas of mathematics which are useful to business decision-makers.