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. Topics include factoring polynomials, rational expressions and equations, radical expressions and equations, quadratic and exponential functions and problem solving. The graphing calculator is used extensively. This course is intensive and conducted at a rapid pace. Those enrolling in the course must have demonstrated ability in mathematics and be highly motivated.