We will be using the BC curriculum for PreCal 11. The Big Ideas are
Algebra allows us to generalize relationships through abstract thinking.
The meanings of, and connections between, operations extend to powers, radicals, and polynomials.
Quadratic relationships are prevalent in the world around us.
Trigonometry involves using proportional reasoning to solve indirect measurement problems.
Textbook: McAskill et al., Pre-Calculus 11, McGraw-Hill Ryerson, 2011.
Assessment will be based on unit tests, homework, and quizzes.
Assignments 15%
Unit Tests and Quizzes 85%
Assignments will be marked by the student and handed in. Answer keys will be provided.
Quizzes will fall throughout the course units.
Unit Tests will occur at the end of each unit.
real number system
powers with rational exponents
radical operations and equations
polynomial factoring
rational expressions and equations
quadratic functions and equations
linear and quadratic inequalities
trigonometry: non-right triangles and angles in standard position
financial literacy: compound interest, investments, loans