The last in the series of Pre-Algebra courses connects basic algebra and geometry concepts. Students learn properties of geometric figures and use real-world models to underscore the importance of mathematics. The course concludes with an introduction to polynomials and basic operations with polynomials. Graphing calculators are used throughout the course. Topics include an investigation of the real number system, operations with real numbers, equations and inequalities, solving linear equations, proportions and graphing linear relations and functions.
Problem solving is stressed throughout the course and graphing calculators are used.
This is the second of a three-semester sequence. Topics include graphing linear equations on a coordinate plane, solving systems of linear equations, problem solving, and work with inequalities and absolute values. The graphing calculator is an important tool. Students also learn operations with polynomials. This is the third course of a three-semester sequence.