MTH 095 Intermediate Algebra

Designed for the student who is familiar with elementary algebra, as well as basic geometry and statistics . Topics include graphing quadratic, and other functions; multiplying and factoring polynomials; performing operations with rational expressions; solving systems of linear equations; solving quadratic equations by factoring; performing arithmetic with complex numbers; developing and applying mathematical models. Problem solving is emphasized throughout the course. Application problems are realistic with some data to be collected, analyzed and discussed in a group setting with results submitted in written form.