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Catalog Description
An analysis of elementary functions. A study of polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions. Topics also include graphing techniques, transformations, applications, systems of equations and inequalities, linear programming, partial fractions and related topics. Emphasis is placed on topics which will prove useful to students planning to take calculus and also to those who are interested in pursuing math-related careers. (4 hrs. lect.)
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 103, MATH 27 or equivalent, satisfactory math placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate proficiency in writing math expressions into different forms.
- Find the solutions to an equation, inequality, and system of linear and nonlinear equations and inequalities using complex numbers where appropriate.
- Use algebraic techniques to analyze and solve applied problems.
- Interpret equations geometrically and use geometrical information to obtain the equation of lines and circles.
- Utilize function concepts.
- Draw the graphs of functions utilizing behavior information and/or transformations.
- Utilize precise mathematical language and symbols to effectively communicate mathematics in written and/or oral form.
- Demonstrate proficiency in working with polynomial functions and using important theorems related to polynomial functions.
- Apply concepts and properties of the logarithm function.
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