Advanced Algebra F

Semester 1 Topics 2011-2012

Chapter 1 Goals:
I can classify numbers based upon what set they belong to.
I can identify the properties that make mathematical statements true.
I understand the concept of closure.
I can simplify and evaluate expressions.
I can identify a polynomial and classify the polynomial by the number of terms and degree.
I can solve equations and inequalities over a given number set.
I can solve an inequality and describe the solution set using interval notation.
Chapter 2 Goals:
I can determine the domain and range of a function from a graph and the calculator.
I can sketch an appropriate graph to model a real world situation and label each axis appropriately.
I can determine whether a function exists given a graph, data, or an equation.
Chapter 3 Goals:
I can graph a linear function in slope-intercept, point-slope, or standard form.
I can identify the slope, the x-intercept, and the y-intercept of a linear function.
I can rewrite a linear function into slope-intercept, point-slope, or standard form.
I can write a linear function in slope-intercept, point-slope, or standard form.
I can use a calculator to write a linear function.
I can use a calculator to analyze a linear function.
I can use a calculator and a regression equation to determine whether data follows a linear pattern.
Chapter 4 Goals:
I can solve a linear system using linear combination or substitution.
I can solve a linear system using Cramers Rule.
I can find the intersection of two lines using a graphing calculator.
I can identify an independent, dependent, and inconsistent linear system.
I can use function notation to find the value of a function.
I can use function notation to find the composition of two or more functions.
I can write, solve, and analyze a linear system in a word problem.
I can graph a point in (x, y, z) form.
I can graph an equation in the xyz plane.
I can identify an independent, dependent, and inconsistent system with 3 variables.
I can solve a system with 3 variables using linear combination.
I can solve a system with 3 variables using Cramers Rule.
I can write, solve, and analyze a system with 3 variables in a word problem.
I can graph and find the solution set to a system of inequalities.
I can write, graph, and analyze a system of inequalities in a word problem.

Chapter 5 Goals:
I can identify the vertex, axis of symmetry, intercepts, symmetric point, and graph a quadratic.
I can complete the square on a quadratic when a 1 and a 1 .
I can identify the vertex of a quadratic (using the formula or by completing the square).
I can identify the x-intercepts of a quadratic (using the quadratic formula or by factoring).
I can use the x-intercepts of a quadratic to write the original equation.
I can calculate the discriminant and describe the nature of the roots.
I can add, subtract, multiply, divide, or simplify complex numbers.
I can use conjugates to rationalize a complex number.
I can plot complex numbers on a complex plane.
I can evaluate a quadratic for a specific x or a specific y value.
I can find a quadratic regression equation and complete a word problem when given data points.
I can find a quadratic equation and complete a word problem when I am not given data points.
I can distinguish between data that is linear and data that is quadratic.
Chapter 7 Goals:
I can factor a polynomial using several techniques:
GCF, difference of squares, cubics, product-sum, split the middle, and grouping.
I can use the factor and rational root theorems to factor a polynomial of degree of 3 or higher.
I can use synthetic substitution to determine whether a potential root determines a factor.
I can use synthetic division to identify the quotient and remainder when two polynomials are divided.
I can graph a rational expression and identify vertical asymptotes and removable discontinuities.
I can use Descartes Rule of Signs to identify the potential positive, negative, and complex roots.
I can simplify the products and quotients of rational expressions using factoring.
I can calculate the sums and differences of rational expressions.
I can solve rational equations and identify extraneous solutions.
I can distinguish between data that varies directly and data that varies inversely.
I can write a variation equation when given data points.
I can write a variation equation when given a statement explaining how the data is related.