Use of a graphing calculator is considered essential to provide a graphical and numerical approach to topics in addition to a symbolic approach. Algebra 1 Students investigate properties of triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons, circles, and solids using inductive and deductive reasoning. Conjectures about properties and relationships are developed inductively and then verified deductively. Vectors, transformations, algebra, and technologies are used as tools to solve geometry problems. Geometry Algebra 2 provides a thorough treatment of algebraic concepts through the study of functions, polynomials, rational expressions, complex numbers, matrices, and data analysis.
Emphasis is placed on the mechanics of algebra with real world applications and modeling.
A transformational approach to graphing is used with families of related graphs. Numerical, graphical, and algebraic solutions should be considered for all problems as applicable. Graphing utilities, especially graphing calculators, are integral to the course. Algebra 2 Trigonometry topics include circular functions, right triangle ratios, solving trigonometric equations, inverses, identities, the Laws of Sines and Cosines, graphing trigonometric functions, and applying trigonometric techniques to solving real world problems. A transformational approach to graphing is used with families of related graphs.