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IM 3101
Algebra Readiness
Recommendation: This is an introductory course only. Material should
be covered at the grade 9 level. All students who plan to
continue with Practical Math I, or any of the Algebra,
Geometry or Trigonometry courses in Level III, must take
this course.
1. Linear Equations in One Variable
1.1 Define equation.
1.2 Solve linear equations using addition and subtraction axioms.
1.3 Solve linear equations using multiplication and division axioms.
1.4 Solve linear equations using combinations.
1.5 Translate word phrases and statements to mathematical phrases and
statements.
1.6 Solve word problems using equations.
1.7 Apply linear equations to solving formulas.
1.8 Solve inequalities.
2. Exponents
2.1 Define exponent, power and base.
2.2 Apply properties of exponents.
2.3 Express numbers in scientific notation.
2.4 Define and calculate square roots.
3. Pythagorean Theorem
3.1 Define a right triangle.
3.2 State the Pythagorean theorem.
3.3 Solve problems using the Pythagorean theorem.
4. Polynomials
4.1 Define monomial, binomial, trinomial and polynomial.
4.2 Determine degree of a polynomial.
4.3 Add and subtract polynomials.
4.4 Multiply and divide polynomials.
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ABE Level III Curriculum