Student Learning Outcomes Students will build on their knowledge of polynomial, rational, absolute value, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions in the following contexts:
Use function notation; perform function arithmetic, including composition; find inverse functions; and determine the domain and range of functions algebraically and graphically.
Identify functions and their transformations given in algebraic, graphical, numerical, and verbal representations, and explain the connections between these representations.
Graph and interpret key features of functions, e.g., intercepts, leading term, end behavior, and asymptotes.
Solve equations algebraically to answer questions about graphs, and use graphs to estimate solutions to equations.
Solve contextual problems by identifying the appropriate type of function given the context and creating a formula based on the information given.
Communicate mathematical information using proper notation and verbal explanations.
Course Description The study of equations, functions and graphs, reviewing linear and quadratic functions, and concentrating on polynomial, rational, exponential and
logarithmic functions. Emphasizes algebraic problem solving skills
and graphical representation of functions. Credits: 3