ALGEBRA 2 OBJECTIVES
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ALGEBRA 2
As a result of completing this course, the student will be able to:
1. Use algebraic symbols and notation to make meaningful statements.
2. Solve applications for which linear equations, quadratic equations, and systems are mathematical models.
3. Solve the following equations: a. Quadratic with real and non-real solutions�� b. Absolute value of the form: |ax + b| = constant�� c. Fractional leading to a quadratic�� d. Polynomial of degree higher than two by factoring�� e. Radical leading to linear or quadratic
4. Solve inequalities, write the solution set in interval notation, and graph the following types: a. Factorable quadratic b. |ax + b| < or > constant c. Factorable polynomial of degree higher than two
5. Solve a system of two linear equations in two variables (having no, one, or many solutions) by graphing, substitution, matrices or elimination
6. Perform operations with complex numbers (excluding division).
7. Apply properties of exponents with integral and rational exponents.
8. Perform the four basic operations with radicals (excluding rationalizing).
9. Solve problems where students have to display comprehension of basic geometric concepts including the Pythagorean Theorem, formulas for area and perimeter of rectangles, squares, and triangles.
10. Perform the following activities with lines: a. Use the distance and midpoint formula b. Graph equations in standard form and slope-intercept form c. Compute the slope given two points d. State the slope given an equation e. State if lines are parallel or perpendicular from given information f. Write the equation of a line given information.
11. Use a graphing calculator.
12. Understand function notation.
13. Graph parabolas using a table of values and plotting points.
14. Use matrices to solve problems.
GENERAL EDUCATION OUTCOMES
� Mathematics at the level of Algebra 2 requires considerable critical thinking skills. This course addresses the general education outcome relating to effective individual and group problem-solving and critical-thinking skills as follows:
1. Students develop their problem-solving skills individually in homework assignments, assigned group problem-solving activities, and group quiz or project assignments.
2. Students develop their critical-thinking skills in application problems throughout the course. The skills developed in this course enable students to use mathematical concepts to interpret, understand, and communicate quantitative data.
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MR. GREG MCQUEARY���
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