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__ **Wednesday, June 8, 2011** __
 * Outcomes**: Today, we finished our last day of review for the final exam. We looked at chapter 13 today - trigonometry. We talked about how to convert between radians and degrees, how to find sin, cos, and tan for the special right triangles, and how to use trig functions and inverse trig functions to find the missing sides and angles in triangles. We will have the first part of our final exam on Friday, and the second part on Monday.


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__ **Tuesday, June 7, 2011** __
 * Homework:** Chapter 13 Review Sheet
 * Outcomes**: Today, we continued to review for the final exam. We looked at chapter 8 today - multiplying, dividing, adding, and subtracting rational expressions. We talked about how to divide two rational expressions and simplify using factoring. We also looked at how to add and subtract rational expressions by finding a common denominator. We will continue with more review on Wednesday.


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 * Homework:** Chapter 8 Review Sheet

__ **Monday, June 6, 2011** __
 * Outcomes**: Today, we continued to review for the final exam. We looked at chapter 6 today - exponential and logarithmic equations. We talked about how to convert between the two forms of equations, and also looked at some applications of exponential and logarithmic equations to population growth and investments. We will continue with more review on Tuesday.


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 * Homework:** Chapter 6 Review Sheet

__ **Thursday, June 2, 2011** __
 * Outcomes**: Today, we talked about the different topics that will be covered on the final exam. There will be four chapters covered on this test - Quadratic Functions, Exponential/Logarithmic Functions, Rational Functions, and Trigonometry. We also reviewed the first of these four chapters today - Graphing Quadratic Functions. We reviewed how to find the zeroes - using factoring, illegal move, and the quadratic formula - and the vertex of these functions, and then how to use these three points to graph the function. We will continue with more review on Monday.


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 * Homework:** Chapter 5 Review Sheet

__ **Wednesday, June 1, 2011** __
 * Outcomes**: Today, we looked at two more topics related to trigonometry, which apply to any triangle, not just right triangles. We looked a number of formulas for finding the area of any triangle, given two sides and the angle between them. We also looked at the Law of Sines, which can be used to find missing angles and sides in any triangle.


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 * Homework:** None

__ **Tuesday, May 24, 2011** __
 * Outcomes**: Today, we continued to talk about how to solve word problems involving trigonometric functions. We also talked about the inverse trig functions, for sin, cos, and tan, and how they can be used to find missing angles in a triangle. Finally, we looked at one example of a word problem that can be solved using inverse trig functions. We will begin a project tomorrow on trigonometric functions word problems.


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 * Homework:** Pg. 833-834 - #34-38, 47; Pg. 872 - #48, 49, 50(b)

__ **Monday, May 23, 2011** __
 * Outcomes**: Today, we began to talk about word problems that can be solved using trigonometry. We talked about the importance of drawing an accurate diagram to solve these problems. We then talked about all of the steps we can use to solve these types of problems in an organized way. Finally, we looked at a couple of examples of these types of word problems, and how we can use the steps to solve them. We will continue with more word problems tomorrow.


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 * Homework:** Pg. 833-834 - #6, 40, 48; Pg. 872 - #47, 50(a); Pg. 878 - #70

__ **Thursday, May 19, 2011** __
 * Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the missing sides and angles in a triangle, using trigonometric functions and the Pythagorean Theorem. Then, we took a quiz on the six trigonometric functions, converting between radians and degrees, and evaluating the trigonometric functions for 30, 45, and 60 degree angles. We will continue with more trigonometry next week.


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 * Homework:** None

__ **Wednesday, Ma** __ __ **y 18, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the values of trigonometric functions of 30, 45, and 60 degree angles - given in radians or degrees. We also looked at how to use the trigonometric functions on the calculator, along with the Pythagorean Theorem, to find the missing sides and angles in a triangle. Finally, we reviewed the list of topics that will be on the quiz tomorrow.

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 **Homework:** Pg. 833-834 - #5, 41-46, 48

__ **Monday, May 16, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the six trigonometric functions of a given angle in a triangle, given two of the sides. Then, we talked about two special triangles that often come up in trigonometry applications - the 30-60-90 triangle and the 45-45-90 triangle. We also talked about how to convert between degrees and radians as units to measure angles. Finally, we looked at how to find the sin, cos, or tan of an angle given in radians.

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**Homework:** Pg. 855 - #12-15, 24-29, 38, 43, 49, 50

__ **Wednesday, May 11, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we began a new unit on Trigonometry. We started by reviewing the Pythagorean Theorem, which is used to find missing sides in a right triangle. Then, we talked about the definitions of the six trigonometric functions, which describe the ratios between different sides of a right triangle. We looked at a few examples of how to find the trigonometric functions of angles given the sides of a triangle. We will continue with this tomorrow and Monday.

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**Homework****:** Pg. 286-287 - #12, 13, 33, 35, 36, 37 Pg. 833 - #20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30

__ **Monday, May 9, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we again reviewed how to add and subtract rational expressions. To add or subtract rational expressions, they must have the same denominator. If they do not, you have to find a common denominator. To do this, it is often helpful to factor the denominators or each fraction to see what factors they may have in common. We will have a test covering addition and subtraction tomorrow.

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**Homework****:** Pg. 509 - #15, 16, 21, 34; Pg. 548 - #21-24

__ **Wednesday, May 4, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we again reviewed how to multiply, divide, add, and subtract rational expressions. We talked about the steps needed in multiplication and division, including the importance of factoring and canceling like terms. We then talked about how to add or subtract expressions with the same denominator, and how to find a common denominator for expressions that do not have the same denominator. We will have a two part test on this topic. Part 1 will be tomorrow, covering multiplication and division, and part 2 will be on Tuesday, covering addition and subtraction.

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**Homework****:** Review practice problems from class

__ **Thursday, April 28, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to add and subtract rational expressions with different denominators. Then, we worked on practice problems in order to review multiplying, dividing, adding, and subtracting rational expressions.

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**Homework****:** Pg. 509 - #11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21-23

__ **Wednesday, April 27, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to divide rational expressions and simplify them, using factoring. Then, we talked about how to add or subtract two rational expressions. In order to add or subtract, like fractions, the expressions must have a common denominator. If they do not have a common denominator, you must find one. We will continue with addition and subtraction of rational expressions tomorrow.

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**Homework****:** Pg. 509 - #11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21-23 (Due Monday)

__ **Tuesday, April 26, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to multiply rational expressions and simplify them, using factoring. Then, we talked about how to divide rational expressions by taking the reciprocal of the second and multiplying. Finally, we talked about how to simplify complex fractions by changing them into division problems. We will continue with more rational expressions tomorrow.

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**Homework****: Pg. 502-504 - #7, 20, 23, 30, 32, 33, 34, 39, 47 **

__ **Monday, April 25, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we began a new unit on rational expressions. We began with a warm-up to review factoring and multiplying and dividing fractions. Then, we talked about how to simplify rational expressions by factoring. We also looked at how to multiply rational expressions and simplify them, again using factoring. We will continue with more rational expressions tomorrow.

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**Homework****: Pg. 502-503 - #6, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 21, 25, 44-46 **

__ **Thursday, April 14, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we again reviewed how to use the Illegal Move method of factoring and how to use the Zero-Product property, along with factoring, to solve quadratic equations. Then, we completed an activity in which we used factoring to solve a puzzle.

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**Homework****:** None __ **Wednesday, April 13, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed different methods for factoring quadratic expressions. We talked about basic rules for factoring, two shortcuts for factoring special quadratic expressions, and the Illegal Move method of factoring. We also talked about how the Zero-Product Property can be used to solve quadratic equations once they are factored.

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**Homework****:** Pg. 341 - #26, 28, 31, 32, 34, 36, 38, 39, 41 __ **Tuesday, April 12, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to solve exponential equations by converting to logarithmic form and how to solve logarithmic equations by converting to exponential form. Then, we talked about two exponential models that we explored in the recent project. We looked at how to solve problems related to continuously compounded interest and problems related to radioactive decay.

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**Homework****:** Pg. 396-399 - #7, 10, 11, 48-53, 72, 74-77

__ **Monday, April 11, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, groups finished presenting their projects on mathematical models related to exponential and logarithmic functions. Then, we reflected on the project and discussed things that worked well about the project and things that did not work well.

** Class Notes: ** None **Homework****:** None

__ **Thursday, April 7, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, groups presented their projects on mathematical models related to exponential and logarithmic functions.

** Class Notes: ** None **Homework****:** None

__ **Wednesday, April 6, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we continued to work on our project to explore different mathematical models related to exponential and logarithmic functions. This project allows students to explore the pH Scale, the Richter scale, the decibel scale and other applications of logarithmic and exponential functions. Tomorrow, groups will present their projects.

** Class Notes: ** None **Homework****:** Finish Project

__ **Monday, April 4, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we continued to work on our project to explore different mathematical models related to exponential and logarithmic functions. This project allows students to explore the pH Scale, the Richter scale, the decibel scale and other applications of logarithmic and exponential functions.

** Class Notes: ** None **Homework****:** Work on Project

__ **Thursday, March 31, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to use logarithms to solve problems related to pH and decibels. Then, we looked at examples of how to solve problems related to the Richter scale, which is used for measuring earthquakes. Finally, we began to work on a project to explore different mathematical models related to exponential and logarithmic functions.

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**Homework****:** Begin Project

__ **Wednesday, March 30, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to use exponential functions to model population growth. Then, we looked at different mathematical models that can be used to explore the pH scale for the acidity of substances and the decibel scale for the intensity of sounds. Finally, we looked at some examples of the types of problems we can solve with these models.

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Homework: **Pg. 390-391 - #47, 49, 51, 52, 56, 58-60**

__ **Thursday, March 24, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to solve different forms of logarithmic equations by converting them to exponential form. We then took a quiz on logarithms, exponential population models, and compound interest.

** Class Notes: ** ** ﻿ **  **Homework****:** None

__ **Wednesday, March 23, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to evaluate a logarithmic expression by finding the unknown exponent. Then, we talked about other forms of logarithmic equations that we can solve by converting to exponential form. We also talked about how a calculator can be used to evaluate logarithms of base 10. Finally, we talked about an application of logarithms used in Chemistry.

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**Homework****:** Pg. 375 - #48, 52, 61, 70, 73, 75, 79, 82, 85, 97-100

__ **Tuesday, March 22, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the final amount of an investment when interest is compounded annually, monthly, and daily. Then, we began to talk about logarithms. We talked about the idea that a logarithm allows you to find an unknown exponent. Then, we talked about how to convert between exponential and logarithmic form. Finally, we talked about how to evaluate a logarithmic expression. We will continue with more logarithms tomorrow.

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**Homework**: Pg. 374-375 - #14, 16, 28, 30-32, 57, 59, 62, 63

__ **Monday, March 21, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we continued to talk about applications of exponential functions. We reviewed the definition of an exponential growth and an exponential decay function. We also looked at applications of these functions to population growth and to biology. Finally, we talked about how these functions can be applied to the interest earned in a bank account. We will continue with more applications this week and next.

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**Homework**: Pg. 367-368- #10, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 24, 30, 32, 51, 53

__ **Thursday, March 17, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we began a new unit on exponential functions. We talked about the definition of an exponential function, as well as when an exponential function is a growth function and when it is a decay function. We then talked about how to find the base or multiplier for an exponential function based on the percent growth or decay. Finally, we looked at some applications of exponential functions to population growth and other situations.

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**Homework**: Pg. 358-359 - #13, 14, 19, 21, 30, 31, 38, 40, 42

__ **Thursday, March 10, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the minimum, Q1, median, Q3, and maximum from a box-and-whisker plot. Then, we looked at how to use a calculator to find these values. Finally, we work on an activity to review mean, median, mode, range, and the values associated with the box-and-whisker plot.

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**Homework**: None

__ **Wednesday, March 9, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the median and mode from a stem-and-leaf plot. We then looked at a 5-number summary of a data set - the minimum, Q1, median, Q3, and maximum. These values allow us to create a box-and-whiskers plot, which displays the data set in four quarters and gives us an idea of how spread out the data is. We also talked about how to find the range and interquartile range (IQR) to get more info about the dispersion of the data.

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**Homework**: Pg. 786-787 - #9, 11, 12, 15-22, 25

__ **Tuesday, March 8, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the mean, median, mode, and range of a data set. We then looked at a few different graphs/tables to represent data sets. We talked about stem-and-leaf plots, histograms, and relative frequency tables. These can all be used for different purposes when displaying data. We talked about how to find the measures of central tendency in these graphs/tables.

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**Homework**: Pg. 777-779 - #5, 10, 14, 16, 26, 27

__ **Monday, March 7, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we defined the mean, median, mode, and range of a data set. We looked at how to find these values (called measures of central tendency) for different data sets. We also looked at frequency tables, and how they can be used to represent data and find these measures. We will do more with data sets and statistics tomorrow.

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**Homework**: Pg. 769-771 - #10, 13, 14, 19, 21, 23, 37, 38, 49-51

__ **Thursday, March 3, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the probability of mutually exclusive and inclusive events. Then, we took a quiz about probability, permutations, and combinations.

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**Homework**: None

__ **Wednesday, March 2, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed the open-ended problem from the practice PSSA section that we took last week. Then, we reviewed the answers for the multiple-choice questions and talked about the plan for preparing for the PSSA over the next couple of weeks. Finally, we talked about how to find the probability of mutually exclusive and inclusive events.

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**Homework**: Pg. 655-656 - #8, 10, 14, 17, 20, 28, 29, 36-38

__ **Tuesday, March 1, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the number of different permutations of objects, taking all objects or just some of them at a time. We then looked at combinations of objects, in which the order of the objects is not important. We compared different examples of permutations and combinations to see the instances in which they are used. We then looked at the differences between the formulas for permutations and combinations and worked on a few examples.

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**Homework**: Pg. 647-648 - #20, 23, 25, 26, 29-31, 34-39

__ **Monday, February 28, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we looked at how to find the number of possible permutations of objects. Permutations are the different orders or arrangements that are possible for a set of objects. We looked at permutations where all objects are used, permutations where only some of the objects are taken at a time, and permutations with repeating objects. We will look at Combinations tomorrow.

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**Homework**: Pg. 640-641 #25, 27, 30, 33, 35, 40, 42, 45, 50-53

__ **Thursday, February 24, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the probability of different events. Then, we talked about the Fundamental Counting Principle, which tells us how many ways two or more different events can occur. We used this to find the number of possible schedules a student can have, the number of computer passwords possible given certain criteria, and the number of license plates possible. We will continue with more on Monday.

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**Homework**: Pg. 633-634 - #24, 25, 26-29, 38, 39, 45

__ **Wednesday, February 23, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we began a new unit on probability. We talked about the definition of probability, as well as some different vocabulary associated with probability. We then worked on some different scenarios involving probability. We will continue with more probability tomorrow.

** Class Notes: ** ** ﻿ **  **Homework**: Pg. 633 - #4, 5, 7, 8, 9-19 Pg. 634 - #30-33

__ **Thursday, February 17, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we had a test on polynomials, including degree, leading coefficient, end behavior, and finding zeroes by factoring and synthetic division.

** Class Notes: None ** **Homework**: None

__ **Tuesday, February 15, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to graph a polynomial equation by finding the degree, leading coefficient, and zeroes (using factoring and synthetic division). Then, we completed quiz corrections and worked on review problems for the test on Thursday.

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**Homework**: Polynomial Chapter 7 Review Homework

__ **Monday, February 14, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to factor quadratic polynomials using the Illegal Move. Then, we reviewed two methods for factoring cubic polynomials and finding their zeroes. Finally, we reviewed how to use a graph, synthetic division, and factoring to find the zeroes of a polynomial that we cannot factor.

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**Homework**: Polynomial Solving and Graphing Worksheet

__ **Thursday, February 10, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to factor cubic polynomials. Then, we talked about how to use the factors to find the zeroes (solutions) of a polynomial expression. Next, we talked about how to use the Rational Roots theorem, Synthetic Division, and Factoring to find the zeroes (solutions) of a polynomial expression. We will continue with this on Monday

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**Homework**: Polynomial Solving Worksheet

__ **Wednesday, February 9, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to use Synthetic Division to divide a polynomial by a linear expression. We talked about how this process is a shorter form of long division. We also talked about what to do if there is a remainder in the division. We will use this synthetic division to find the factors and zeroes of a polynomial.

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**Homework**: Pg. 446 - #84-90, Pg. 447 - #101

__ **Tuesday, February 8, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to use substitution to determine whether a linear expression is a factor of a polynomial. Then, we reviewed how to graph polynomials that are already in factored form. Finally, we began to look at Synthetic Division, which is another tool we will use to factor polynomial functions.

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**Homework**: Pg. 446 - #84-90, Pg. 447 - #101 (Due Thursday)

__ **Monday, February 7, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to multiply polynomials and how to factor polynomials. We then took a quiz on polynomials - finding degree, leading coefficient, and end behavior, as well as multiplying and factoring polynomials. We then talked about how to graph a polynomial once it has been factored. We do this by finding the degree, leading coefficient, end behavior, zeroes, and multiplicity.

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**Homework**: Polynomial Graphing Worksheet

__ **Thursday, February 3, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to factor cubic polynomials and multiply polynomials. Then, we talked about the connection between factors of polynomials and their zeroes. We talked about the Factor Theorem and how to check if a linear expression is a factor of a polynomial. We will continue with more zeroes and polynomials next week.

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**Homework**: Pg. 446 - #62, 64, 66-70

__ **Wednesday, February 2, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to factor cubic polynomials using two different approaches. We talked about how to factor if all terms have a common factor of 'x', and how to factor by grouping the terms into pairs. Then, we worked on classwork to review all that we have learned about polynomials over the last two weeks. We will continue with polynomials tomorrow.

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**Homework**: Polynomial Review Worksheet

__ **Monday, January 31, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the end behavior of a polynomial based on its degree and leading coefficient. We then talked about how to multiply factors to write a polynomial in standard form. We then reviewed some factoring rules for quadratic polynomials and talked about different strategies for factoring cubic polynomials. Tomorrow we will take the second predictive test and Wednesday we will continue with more polynomials.

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**Homework**: Pg. 445-446 - #16, 18, 24, 26, 36, 37, 45, 46, 50, 51

__ **Tuesday, January 25, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the maximum and minimum of a function and how to describe where the function is increasing or decreasing. We then continued to define more terms related to functions. We talked about the leading coefficient of a polynomial, continuity of a function, and the end behavior of a polynomial. We then talked about how to find the end behavior (whether the graph rises or falls on the left and right) based on the degree and the leading coefficient.

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**Homework**: Pg. 438 - #31-36, Pg. 439 - #56, 57

__ **Monday, January 24, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the degree of a polynomial and classify it. We then talked about some of the other vocabulary and characteristics used to describe polynomials. We talked about maximum and minimum points, as well as how to describe where a function is increasing or decreasing. We then looked at a few examples of describing polynomials using these terms. This will be important for Pre-Calculus and Calculus.

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**Homework**: None

__ **Thursday, January 20, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the degree of a polynomial and classify it. We then looked at the graphs of polynomials and explored patterns in the graphs of polynomials of different degrees. Finally, we worked on an activity in which we classified polynomials given as graphs, equations, and tables.

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**Homework**: Classifying Polynomials Worksheet 

__ **Wednesday, January 19, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we began a new chapter on polynomials. We talked about the vocabulary associated with polynomial and also talked about how polynomials are classified based on their degree. We talked about how to find the degree of polynomials, how to evaluate polynomials, and how to find the sum or difference of two polynomials. We also worked on corrections for the test from last week.

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**Homework**: Pg. 429-430 - #18, 20, 21, 23, 32, 33, 41, 42, 44, 46, 47

__ **Thursday, January 13, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we completed a Warm-Up with two questions from past PSSAs. Then, we talked about how to simplify square roots. We also talked about how to use the discriminant of a quadratic function to determine whether it has zero, one, or two real solutions. Finally, we introduced the concept of imaginary numbers and saw how they might come up as the solutions to a quadratic equation with no real solutions.

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**Homework**: Pg. 320 - # 18, 20, 21, 25-30

__ **Tuesday, January 11, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we had a test on graphing quadratic functions by finding the zeroes and the vertex. You had to use factoring, illegal move, or the quadratic formula to find the zeroes.

** Class Notes: None ** **Homework**: None

__ **Monday, January 10, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we again reviewed how to find the zeroes and vertex of a quadratic function. Then, we went over the topics that are going to be on the test tomorrow. Finally, we reviewed any questions about the quiz from last week and the homework from last Thursday. There will be a test tomorrow on graphing quadratic functions.

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**Homework**: Quadratics Review Worksheet

__ **Thursday, January 6, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to find the zeroes and vertex of a quadratic function. Then, we worked on graphing quadratic functions, putting together everything we have done in this chapter - factoring, quadratic formula, finding the vertex, etc. We will have a test on this topic next week.

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**Homework**: Graphing Quadratics Worksheet

__ **Wednesday, January 5, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to solve quadratic equations and find the zeroes of a quadratic function. We then talked about how to find the coordinates of the vertex of a quadratic function. Finally, we looked at a puzzle that tested multiplying numbers, linear expressions, and quadratic expressions.

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**Homework**: Pg. 311 - #29, 30, 31, 33, 34, 37, 39

__ **Tuesday, January 4, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to solve quadratic equations using the Illegal Move method and using the Quadratic Formula. We then took a quiz on solving quadratic equations using these methods, as well as factoring. Finally, we briefly talked about how to find the coordinates of the vertex of a quadratic function. We will continue with finding the zeroes and the vertex tomorrow.

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**Homework**: Pg. 311 - #29, 30, 31, 33, 34, 37, 39 (Due Thursday)

__ **Monday, January 3, 2011** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to factor quadratic equations and use the zero-product property to solve them. Then, we talked about how to use the Illegal Move method to solve equations in which the leading coefficient (a) is not equal to 1. Finally, we talked about the Quadratic Formula as another method to solve quadratic equations. This Formula can always be used to find the solutions.

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**Homework**: Pg. 296-297 - #52, 53, 54, 57, 84 Pg. 311 - #13, 20, 23, 25, 27

__ **Wednesday, December 22, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we continued to work on factoring quadratic expressions. We then talked about how to factor if the leading coefficient is not equal to 1. Finally, we talked about how to use factoring to solve quadratic equations. We will use this after the break to find the zeroes of quadratic functions, in order to graph them.

** Class Notes: ** **Homework**: Due After Break Pg. 296-297 - #60. 61, 64, 72, 75, 77, 78, 80, 82, 84, 99, 101 Read Pg. 307 (Include Examples) Pg. 310 - 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 21, 24, 26

__ **Tuesday, December 21, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we completed a Warm-Up in which we found the factors of integers. Then, we began to look at how to factor quadratic expressions. We talked about two different methods for factoring quadratics. We will use these methods in the next few classes to find the zeroes of quadratic functions.

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**Homework**: Pg. 295 - # 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 18, 19, 23, 24

__ **Monday, December 20, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we completed a Warm-Up in which we reviewed some properties of square roots. Then, we began to look at how to solve a quadratic equation of the form x^2 = a. We also looked at how to solve more complicated quadratics equations by using square roots. We will continue to work on solving quadratic equations for the rest of the week.

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**Homework**: Pg. 286 - #14, 16, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31

__ **Thursday, December 16, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed the FOIL method and how to find the coefficients (a, b, and c) of a quadratic function. We also reviewed how to determine whether the graph of a quadratic function is a parabola opening up or down. We then talked about how to graph a parabola given three points - the zeroes and the vertex.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Graphing Practice Worksheet



__ **Wednesday, December 15, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we began a new unit on Quadratic Equations. We reviewed the FOIL method and talked about how two linear function multiply together to equal a quadratic function. We then talked about how to recognize a quadratic function, and what the graph of a quadratic function looks like.

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**Homework**: Pg. 278 - #14, 15, 18, 20, 21, 24, 34, 35, 36, 38

__ **Tuesday, December 14, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we had a warm-up on writing systems of linear inequalities from a graph. We then took a quiz on graphing linear inequalities, graphing systems of linear inequalities, and writing systems of linear inequalities.

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**Homework**: None

__ **Monday, December 13, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to graph a system of linear inequalities in two variables. Then, we talked about how to write the system of inequalities when you are given the graph. We will have a quiz tomorrow on linear inequalities and systems of linear inequalities.

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**Homework**: Pg. 183 - #36, Pg. 184 - #38-42, 50, 51

__ **Thursday, December 9, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to graph a linear inequality in two variables. Then, we talked about how to graph systems of linear inequalities in two variables. We also talked about how to graph linear inequalities involving vertical or horizontal lines.

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**Homework**: Pg. 183 - #10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 33, 34

__ **Tuesday, December 7, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to graph a linear inequality with one variable on a number line. We then talked about how to graph a linear inequality in two variables. We discussed a four step process - writing the inequality in slope-intercept form, plotting two points with the y-intercept and slope, drawing a dotted or solid line, and shading above or below the line. We did a few examples of these and worked on practice problems.

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**Homework**: Pg. 176 - # 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 21, 22, 28, 29

__ **Monday, December 6, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we worked on a Warm-Up problem from a previously released PSSA exam. Then, we worked on quiz corrections from the quiz on Systems of Equations.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Pg. 19 - #40-51 (Review of graphing linear equations)

__ **Thursday, December 2, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we worked on a Warm-Up problem from a previously released PSSA exam. Then, all groups presented their projects on systems of equations word problems.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: No Homework

__ **Tuesday, November 30, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we worked on two Warm-Up problems related to linear equations. These problems were from previously released PSSA exams. Then, we continued to work on the project on systems of equations word problems.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Continue working on project

__ **Monday, November 29, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we worked on two Warm-Up problems related to functions. These problems were from previously released PSSA exams. Then, we continued to work on the project on systems of equations word problems.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Continue working on project

__ **Wednesday, November 24, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we went through another example of a word problem that requires systems of equations to solve. We then introduced the project we will work on over the next week. Finally, we took a survey to reflect on the first marking period and grade Mr. Goulet.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Begin Project

__ **Tuesday, November 23, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed how to solve systems of equations using elimination. We then took a quiz covering systems of equations and the three methods we have used to solve them - graphing, substitution, and elimination.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: None

__ **Monday, November 22, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we worked on some more examples of word problems related to systems of equations. We then looked at the third method for solving systems of equations - called elimination. In this method, you add together the equations in order to eliminate one of the variables. We looked at a few examples of this method. We will have a quiz tomorrow on graphing systems of equations and solving them using substitution or elimination.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Pg. 169 - 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23, 24, 28

__ **Thursday, November 18, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed how to solve systems of equations using substitution. We then looked at a few different applications of systems of equations to word problems. We talked about how to setup systems based on the relevant information given in the word problem.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Systems of Equations Worksheet

__ **Wednesday, November 17, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed how to graph, classify, and solve a system of linear equations. We then talked about a second method for solving systems of equations - substitution. We looked at examples of different setups for systems and how you would use substitution to solve them.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Pg. 161 - #26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 35, 36

__ **Tuesday, November 16, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we began a new unit on systems of linear equations. We reviewed how to write a linear equation in slope-intercept form and how to use the slope and intercept to graph the equation. We then talked about the definition of a system of linear equations and learned about the first method we can use to solve one - graphing. We learned about the three classifications for the graphs of systems of linear equations - dependent, independent, and inconsistent.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Pg. 161 - #10-12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 20, 22, 24 - Graph by hand and classify, then estimate and check the solutions

__ **Monday, November 15, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: Today, we reflected on the test we took on Wednesday and worked on test corrections. This week, we will begin a new chapter and it will also mark the start of the new marking period.

** Class Notes: None **

**Homework**: None

__ **Wednesday, November 10, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we took a test on Chapter 2 - covering the definition of functions, evaluating functions, combining functions algebraically, composing functions, and inverses of functions.

** Class Notes: None **

**Homework**: None

__ **Tuesday, November 9, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed for the Functions test, which will be given tomorrow. The test will cover the definition of functions, evaluating functions, combining functions algebraically, composing functions, and inverses of functions.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Finish Review Packet, Study for Test

__ **Monday, November 8, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed how to find the inverse of a function. We then talked more about what an inverse function is and how it is related to the original function. Finally, we talked about a way to confirm that two functions are inverses using composition. There will be a review tomorrow and a test on Wednesday.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Pg. 122 - #29, 31, 33, 37, 38, 39, 40

__ **Thursday, November 4, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed how to solve equations for y in terms of x. Then, we began to look at inverses of functions. We talked about how to find the inverse of a function given as a list of points. We then talked about how to find the inverse of a function given as an equation. Finally, we discussed the Horizontal Line Test to check if the inverse of a function is a function.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Pg. 122 - #12, 16, 20, 22, 28, 30, 32, 34, 35, 36

__ **Wednesday, November 3, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed how to find the composition of two functions. Then, we talked about how to evaluate the composition of two functions for a given value of x. We do this by plugging the value into the inside function first, and then plugging the answer into the outside function.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Pg. 115 - #36, 37, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 49, 55, 56, 57

__ **Monday, November 1, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide functions and how to evaluate these new functions. We then talked about another way to combine functions called composition. We talked about the notation for composition and the steps you take to find the composition of two functions. As we discussed, composition is essentially plugging one function into another.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Pg. 115 - #36, 37, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 49, 55, 56, 57 (Due Thursday)

__ **Thursday, October 28, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide functions. We then discussed how to evaluate the sum, difference, or product of functions for a given value of x, using two different methods. Finally, we started to work on a word problem related to functions.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Pg. 115 - # 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 20, 24, 30-34, 60, 61 (Due Monday)

__ **Wednesday, October 27, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed the definition of a function, how to find the domain and range of a function, and how to evaluate a function for a given value of x. Then, we began to talk about different operations with functions. We talked about how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide functions. We will continue with more tomorrow.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Pg. 115 - # 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 20, 24, 30-34, 60, 61 (Due Monday)

__ **Tuesday, October 26, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we completed a few practice questions from the PSSA related to linear equations. Then, we began a new unit on functions. We talked about the definition of a function, the Vertical Line Test, and the Domain and Range of a function. Then, we discussed what it means to evaluate a function for a given value. Finally, we worked on some practice problems.

** Class Notes: **

** Homework: ** Pg. 108 - # 22, 25, 27, 30, 32, 34, 37, 39, 42, 45, 46, 48-50

__ **Monday, October 25, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we talked about what correlation means and what a scatter plot with positive, negative, or no correlation would look like. We then reviewed how to create a scatter plot and find the line of best fit using the calculator. Finally, students who had not completed their Study Island pre-test did so.

** Class Notes: **

** Homework: PSSA Constructed Response Practice **

__ **Thursday, October 21, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed how to plot points on a graph and determine if they make a line with positive or negative slope. Then, we began to talk about scatter plots. We defined a scatter plot and talked about best-fit line and correlation. We then walked through an example on the calculator.

** Class Notes: **

** Homework: 1.3 Perpendicular Lines Worksheet **

__ **Tuesday, October 19, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed how to find the equation of a line that is parallel or perpendicular to a given line. We then took a quiz on finding the slope of a line, graphing a line, and finding the equation of a line given different information.

** Class Notes: **

** Homework: None **

__ **Monday, October 18, 2010** __ **Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed how to find the equation of a line given two points and how to find the equation of a line given one point and the slope. Then, we talked about what it means for two lines to be parallel or perpendicular. Finally, we talked about how to find the equation of a line that is parallel or perpendicular to a given line. There will be a quiz on Tuesday.

** Class Notes: **

** Homework: Pg. 26 - # 36, 38, 40, 41, 42, 44, 46, 47, 49, 50, 53-61 (Odd) **

__ **Thursday, October 14, 2010** __
 * Outcomes**: <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">Today, we reviewed how to find the slope of a line given two points. Then, we talked about how to find the equation of a line given two points. We also talked about how to find the equation of a line given the slope and one point. To write the equation, you need to determine both the slope and y-intercept. There will be a quiz on Tuesday.

** Class Notes: **

** Homework: Pg. 26 - # 10, 12, 16, 18, 19, 22, 24, 25, 26, 30, 32-34 **

__ **Wednesday, October 13, 2010** __ <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">**Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to graph linear equations using the slope and y-intercept. We then talked about how to find the slope of a line from two points and how to write the equation of a line given two points (one of which is the y-intercept.)

** Class Notes: **

** Homework: Pg. 17-18 # 13, 16-22, 26, 28, 29 31-35, 37, 38, 65, 66 **

**<span style="font-size: 1.3em; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">__ Tuesday, October 12, 2010 __ ** <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">**Outcomes**: Today, we reviewed how to graph linear equations using the slope and y-intercept. We then worked on correcting the problems we got wrong on the first unit test.

** Class Notes: **

** Homework: Pg. 17-18 # 13, 16-22, 26, 28, 29 31-35, 37, 38, 65, 66 **

**<span style="font-size: 1.3em; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">__ Thursday, October 7, 2010 __ ** <span style="color: #000000; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 5px;">**Outcomes:** Today, we began to look at writing and graphing linear equations. We talked about the three different ways to represent linear equations - graphs, equations, and tables - and how to recognize a linear equation. We then began to look at how to graph a linear equation using the slope and y-intercept.

** Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Pg. 8-9 - # 8-11, 13, 14, 16, 17, 20, 21, 24, 26-31, 33, 35, 37, 38, 49, 50

**__ Tuesday, October 5, 2010 __** ** Outcomes: Today, we had a test on Unit 1. This test covered Order of Operations, Properties of Exponents, Solving Linear Equations, Solving Inequalities, Solving Absolute Value Equations, and Proportions. **

**Class Notes**: None **Homework**: None

**__ Monday, October 4, 2010 __** ** Outcomes: Today we had an assembly to address student behavior and how the junior are representing the school. Then, we returned to class and had a brainstorming session on the following questions: ** What kind of school do you want Rush Arts to represent? What kind of school do you want outsiders to see? When you reflect and look back after you graduate, what stands out?

**__ Thursday, September 30, 2010 __** ** Outcomes: Today, we reviewed Unit 1 in order to prepare for the test on Monday. Students received their first two quizzes back and worked on correcting the problems they go wrong. They then worked on the Unit 1 Study Guide. Students are responsible for finishing this and using it to review over the weekend. **

**Homework**: Complete Unit 1 Study Guide
 * Class Notes: **

**__ Wednesday, September 29, 2010 __** ** Outcomes: Today, we looked at how to solve proportions and how we talk about direct variation equations. We then worked on applications of proportions and direct variation in word problems, some related to Physics. Finally, I handed out the Unit 1 Study Guide which you will work on in class on Thursday and over the weekend. We will have our first unit test on Monday. **


 * Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Pg. 33 - # 15, 17, 18 Pg. 34 - #38, 41, 43, 46 Challenge - Pg. 35 - # 61-65

**__ Tuesday, September 28, 2010 __** ** Outcomes: Today, we discussed how to solve absolute value inequalities by turning them into compound inequalities ("greater than" becomes "or" and "less than" becomes "and".) We then began to look at how to solve proportions and how we talk about direct variation equations. Tomorrow we will continue with more proportions. We will then have a review on Thursday and a test on Monday for the first unit. **


 * Class Notes: **

**Homework**: (Due Wednesday) Pg. 68 - #40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 50 (Due Thursday) Pg. 33 - # 15, 17, 18 Pg. 34 - #38, 41, 43, 46 Challenge - Pg. 35 - # 61-65

**__ Monday, September 27, 2010 __** ** Outcomes: Today, we reviewed how to solve and graph compound linear inequalities and reviewed how to solve absolute value equations. We then had quiz to assess these two topics. FInally, we previewed how to solve absolute value inequalities. **


 * Class Notes: **

**Homework**: Pg. 68 - #40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 50 (Due Wednesday)

**__ Thursday, September 23, 2010 __** ** Outcomes: Today, we reviewed how to solve and graph compound linear inequalities. Then, we reviewed the definition of absolute value and looked at how to solve absolute value equations. We also talked about the importance of checking your answers in these types of problems. On Monday, we will review what we have learned this week and have a quiz. **

**Homework**: Pg. 68 - #25, 30, 35, 38, 39 Pg. 67 - #10

**__ Wednesday, September 22, 2010 __** ** Outcomes: Today, we reviewed how to solve and graph linear inequalities. Then, we looked at how to solve and graph compound linear inequalities, and the difference between those joined by "and" and those joined by "or". **

**Homework**: Pg. 58 - #54, 55, 58, 60, 62, 65, 69, 70

**__ Tuesday, September 21, 2010 __** ** Outcomes: Today, we reviewed how to graph inequalities on the number line. Then, we looked at how to solve and graph linear inequalities, and talked about how to handle dividing or multiplying by a negative number. Finally, we briefly looked at how to solve literal equations. **

**Homework**: Pg. 58 - #20, 21, 23, 27, 28, 30, 31, 36, 38 Challenge - Pg. 49 - #51, 52, 53

**__ Monday, September 20, 2010 __** ** Outcomes: ** Today, we reviewed how to solve a linear equation in one variable. We had a quiz that covered the topics from Sections 2.1, 2.2, and 1.6 - Order of Operations, Properties of Exponents, and Solving Linear Equations. We also previewed graphing inequalities.

**Homework:** Pg. 58 - #10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 19

**__ Thursday, September 16, 2010 __** ** Outcomes: ** Today, we reviewed how to solve a linear equation in one variable. We also talked about a strategy for dealing with equations that contain fractions. On Monday, we will review what we have learned this week and have a quiz.

**Homework:** Pg. 49 - #14, 17, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 34, 37, 39, 40 (Due Monday)

**__ We﻿dnesday, September 15, 2010 __** ** Outcomes: ** Today, we continued with the properties of exponents. We went over a number of problems that required multiple steps to simplify. During our next class, we will go over how to deal with exponents that are fractions and begin working on solving linear equations.

**Homework:** Pg. 49 -#14, 17, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 34, 37, 39, 40 (Due Monday)

**__ Tuesday, September 14, 2010 __** ** Outcomes: ** Today, we reviewed how to evaluate expressions using the Order of Operations. Then, we talked about different properties of exponents and used them to simplify expressions involving exponents.

**Homework:** Pg. 99 - #20, 23, 26, 28, 33, 40, 44, 48, 53, 60, 61

__ **Monday, September 13, 2010** __ **Outcomes:** Today, we talked about the different types of numbers we will use in the class and the different properties of addition and multiplication. Then, we talked about how to evaluate expressions using Order of Operations. You can remember this by using the acronym PEMDAS (**P**arentheses **E**xponents **M**ultiplication **A**ddition **S**ubtraction)

**Homework:** Pg. 91 - #41, 43, 47, 57, 59, 63, 65, 69, 70