Pre-Algebra Part 2 teaches students to work with equations and inequalities, linear functions and graphing, data analysis and probability, and polynomials. This course also provides students with an introduction to geometry and a solid foundation for Algebra I. Pre-Algebra Part 2 emphasizes the use of technology, problem solving, critical thinking, and reasoning.
It is recommended that students successfully complete Pre-Algebra Part 1 or equivalent course work before enrolling in this course.

Course Objectives

Unit 1: Essential Content and Skills

Solve fractions.
Convert customary units.
Solve equations involving fractions.
Find powers of products and quotients.
Solve proportions.
Examine probability.

Unit 2: Essential Content and Skills

Write percents as fractions and decimals.
Write and solve percent equations.
Solve two-step equations.
Solve multi-step equations, including equations with fractions and decimals.
Solve compound inequalities.
Solve simple and compound interest problems.
Examine relations and functions.

Unit 3: Essential Content and Skills

Find the slope of a line.
Interpret and draw scatter plots.
Solve and graph systems of linear equations.
Name basic geometric figures.
Identify angle relationships.
Examine translations, reflections, and rotations.

Unit 4: Essential Content and Skills

Find the areas of geometric figures.
Find volumes of three-dimensional figures.
Use the Pythagorean Theorem.
Find the distance between two points.
Find trigonometric ratios in right triangles.
Examine arithmetic and geometric sequences.
Identify and evaluate polynomials.

Course Materials

Prentice Hall Pre-Algebra (textbook)

*Available as an iText course

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