Math 65: Elementary Algebra II
Specifically, students who complete Math 65: Elementary Algebra II will be able to:
• model and solve applied, real–world, and theoretical mathematical problems using the basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and simplification of polynomial, rational, and radical expressions. 1, 2, 4, 5, 6
• use techniques of factoring to set up and solve applied, real–world, and theoretical mathematical problems. 4, 5, 6
Factoring
Scientific Notation
• investigate and solve problems involving quadratic equations using a variety of methods including factoring, completing the square, the quadratic formula, and graphing. 4, 5, 6, 7
• explain how the techniques for solving quadratic equations are related and be able to interpret results obtained by each method, including complex numbers. 1. 2, 3
• solve equations using symbolic, graphic and numeric strategies and translate among written descriptions, symbolic, graphic and numeric representations of quadratic functions. 4
General Introduction to "Applications"