MATH 002 (Advanced Review of High School Algebra)
| NOTE |
Math 002 is no longer offered as a separate course; the
material of
Math 001 and 002 is now taught as part of Math 003 in the revised Developmental
Math Program. |
| DESCRIPTION |
Advanced algebra concepts and skills that are necessary for
the study
of MATH 115 and MATH 220. Students must earn an A or B in MATH
002
in order to register for MATH 220. (As of Fall'98, students must earn
an
A or B in MATH 002 in order to register for MATH 115.) |
| PREREQUISITES |
MATH 001, MATH 001L or a satisfactory score on the math
placement exam. |
| TOPICS |
This source analyzes the following functions:
Linear
Absolute Value
Quadratic
Square Root
Rational
Exponential
Logarithmic
The following topics are addressed for each of the preceding
functions:
Function notation
Evaluating functions at particular values
Simplification of expressions
Solving equations
Graphs
Vertices and other special points
Shifts and reflections
Intercepts
Asymptotes
Applications
Additional topics covered:
Factoring
Completing the square technique
Positive and negative rational exponents
Combinations and compositions |
| TEXT |
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Textbook
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