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Plot points, graph linear equations and find slope of a line.
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Analyze and solve various types of math problems.
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Gain the skills need to participate in ASC 93 Algebra Prep III.
Relationship to Campus Theme:
This course introduces algebra skills that are used to solve
problems in science, technology, business and social sciences. These problems will require
critical thinking and interaction with other students.
Grading Criteria:
Your grade will be calculated by taking the total points earned and
dividing by total course points.
Final letter grades are assigned based on the following:
A
90% - 100%
B
80% - 89%
C
70% - 79%
D
60% - 69%
F
≤ 59%
Late Homework/Assignments:
It is the responsibility of the student to obtain an assignment
if they are absent on the day it is given. If a student is absent on the day the assignment is
due, it is his/her responsibility to get the assignment to the instructor on time. Missed
assignments will be graded as a zero. In class activities are meant to be completed in class.
Late tests/exams will not be given unless prior approval from the instructor is given.
Schedule (subject to change):
Date
Topic
August 23
rd
Welcome!
Overview of Course
August 24
th
3.1 – The Rectangular Coordinate
System
August 25
th
3.2 Graphing Linear Equations
August 29
th
3.3 – The Slope of a Line
August 30
th
3.4 – Writing the Equation of a Line
August 31
st
3.5 - Graphing Linear Inequalities
September 2
nd
3.6 - Functions
September 5
th
– Labor Day
No School
September 6
th
Chapter 3 Review
September 7
th
Chapter 3 Review
September 9
th
Chapter 3 Test
September 12
th
5.1 – The Rules of Exponents
September 13
th
5.2 – Negative Exponents and
Scientific Notation.
September 14
th
5.3 – Fundamental Polynomial
Operations
September 16
th
5.4 – Multiplying Polynomials
September 19
th
5.5 – Multiplication: Special Cases