Thursday 10/31

Today was a minimum day, so we spent what little time we had preparing for tomorrow's test. Study hard and be sure to arrive fully prepared! The minimum day schedule gives you plenty of time for homework and studying before Halloween activities tonight.

Homework #48: Finish the Test 12 Preview worksheet
Solutions: Preview sheet solutions

Be safe tonight.

You'll be able to use the following assignments for tomorrow's notes and homework quiz; please make sure to have them with you and fully ready to go:

Week 12
Warm-Ups
Notes #28
Notes #29
Notes #30
Assignment #45 (Solving Quadratic Equations)
Assignment #46 (Completing the Square)
Assignment #47 (Using the Quadratic Formula)
Assignment #48 (Test 12 Preview)

Wednesday 10/30

Today we rolled up our sleeves and dove headfirst into the quadratic formula with Notes #30. This is now the fourth different technique we've learned to solve quadratic equations, and you need to be able to handle all four proficiently.

We'll also be having a "surprise" quiz tomorrow with exactly one question. Please make sure to memorize the quadratic formula tonight so you'll be able to get the one question on tomorrow's quiz correct.

Homework #47: Using the Quadratic Formula worksheet
Solutions: Using the Quadratic Formula answer key

Tuesday 10/29

We learned how to solve quadratic equations today by completing the square with Notes #28.

This is the third different method we've learned to solve quadratic equations (anything that could be written as
ax² + bx + c = 0). You need to be able to handle all three methods proficiently.

Homework #46: Completing the Square worksheet
Solutions: Completing the Square answer key

Monday 10/28

Today we reviewed solving quadratic equations in Notes #28.  Remember that math is cumulative and builds on itself. It is important that you are able to solve every type of quadratic equation presented today.

Homework #45: Solving Quadratic Equations
Solutions: Solving Quadratic Equations Key

Thursday 10/24

Today we worked on the Test 11 Preview worksheet in class. Tomorrow's test will cover everything we've learned in class this week (solving quadratic equations by factoring and solving with square roots). Be sure to study to arrive fully prepared!

  
Homework #44: Finish the Test 11 Preview worksheet
Solutions: Preview sheet solutions

If you're stuck on any of the homework or need help studying, you could always ask The Community.

You'll be able to use the following assignments for tomorrow's notes and homework quiz; please make sure to have them with you and fully ready to go:

Week 11
Openers / Warm-Ups
Notes #25
Notes #26
Notes #27
Assignment #41 (Factoring Review)
Assignment #42 (TB pg. 454)
Assignment #43 (Solving Equations with Square Roots)
Assignment #44 (Test 11 Preview)

Wednesday 10/23

We continued our pursuit of solving quadratic equations by solving them using square roots today, using Notes #27.

In general, you solve each problem just like a normal linear equation, but use square root to "undo" the square on the variable in step #4. Remember, that quadratic equations will always have two solutions, so make sure you find both of them tonight on your homework.

Homework #43: Solving Equations with Square Roots worksheet
Solutions: Solving Equations with Square Roots answer key

Tuesday 10/22

Today we used Notes #26 to learn how to solve quadratic equations by factoring.

Remember to factor the quadratic equation first, then use the Zero Product Property (ab = 0) to find the two values that make each set of parenthesis equal to zero. If you need some help, please pop into The Community and ask around.

Homework #42: TB pg 454 (#1-19, 27-31 odd)
Please check your answers in the back of the book when finished.

Monday 10/21

We reviewed factoring quadratic expressions today using Notes #25, which gets us prepared for additional work with quadratic expressions later this week.

Homework #41: Factoring Review worksheet
Solutions: factoring key

Thursday 10/17

Today we went over last night's homework in detail, answering questions and clearing up any confusion anyone had, then began working on a multiple choice preview worksheet for tomorrow's Common Assessment #3.

 Homework #36: Finish the CA#3 MC Preview worksheet
Solutions: CA#3 MC Preview key

Wednesday 10/16

We had a guest teacher today while I was at the district office all day. In class, we began working on the Common Assessment 3 Preview worksheet to get us prepared for the upcoming Common Assessment 3.

If you're stuck on any of the questions, you could always ask The Community for help.

Homework #39: Finish the Common Assessment 3 Preview worksheet
Solutions: Common Assessment 3 Preview answer key

Tuesday 10/15

We solved word problems that were specific to Common Assessment #3 in Notes #24.  Remember to begin studying for Common Assessment #3 now.

Homework #38: Finish the Common Assessment #3 Word Problems worksheet
Solutions: Common Assessments #3 Problems answer key

Monday 10/14

We began dismantling word problems with Notes #23 today in order to get prepared for Common Assessment #3 on Friday. Remember to use the steps outlined at the side to help you break the problems down into workable pieces.

Remember all solutions to tonight's homework must contain both an equation and a final answer. It's not "right" unless it has both.

There are a few phrasing typos on the worksheet. If they're confusing you, feel free to take a look at the fixed worksheet uploaded here to double-check the correct phrasing.

Homework #37: Finish the Linear Word Problems worksheet
Solutions: Linear Word Problems answer key

Thursday 10/10

We began to work on the Test 9 Preview worksheet in class today.

Homework #36: Test 9 Preview worksheet
Solutions: Preview sheet solutions

If you discovered last week that you didn't arrive as prepared for the test as you should have, be sure to put in the necessary amount of work to be proud of your grade tomorrow. No regrets; get on it!

If you're stuck on any of the homework or need help studying, you could always ask The Community.

You'll be able to use the following assignments for tomorrow's notes and homework quiz; please make sure to have them with you and fully ready to go:

Week 9 

Warm-Ups
Notes #20
Notes #21
Notes #22
Assignment #33 (TB pg. 86)
Assignment #34 (TB pg. 146)
Assignment #35 (TB pg. 147)
Assignment #36 (Test 9 Preview) 

Wednesday 10/9

Today we continued working on solving inequalities, using Notes #22 to investigate some more challenging problems than those that we tackled yesterday.

The most important thing to remember is that if you divide or multiply both sides by a negative, you have to flip the inequality symbol. Otherwise, solve it just like you would an equation.

Homework #35: TB pg 147 (#51-67 odd, 74, 77)
Please check your answers in the back of the book when finished.

Tues 10/8

We dove into solving inequalities today, using notes #21 to do so. Remember to flip the inequality symbol if you divide or multiply both sides by a negative.

Homework #34: TB pg 146 (#13-33 odd)
Please check your answers in the back of the book when finished.

Monday 10/7

Today we revisited solving multi-step equations and learned about the identity in Notes #20.

Homework #33: TB P. 86 (#1-15, 19-33 odd, 45)

Thursday 10/3

Today was a minimum day. We spent what little time we had together reviewing last night's homework and beginning to work on the Test 8 Preview worksheet.

Homework #32: Test 8 Preview worksheet
Solutions: Preview sheet solutions

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You'll be able to use the following assignments for tomorrow's notes and homework quiz; please make sure to have them with you and fully ready to go:

Week 8
Openers / Warm-Ups
Notes #17
Notes #18
Notes #19
Assignment #29 (TB pg. 72 & 79)
Assignment #30 (Multi-Step Equations WS)
Assignment #31 (Multi-Step Equations 2 WS)
Assignment #32 (Test 8 Preview) 

Wednesday 10/2

Today we took notes #19 which revisited solving equations, focusing on equations with variables on both sides, equations with fractions, and equations with decimals.  The same four rules that helped us solve equations with integers can be applied to equations with fractions and decimals. Once again, you are encouraged to memorize them.

Homework #31: Finish the Multi-Step Equations 2 worksheet
                                                                   Solutions: Multi-Step Equations answer key

Tuesday 10/1

We continued working on solving multi-step equations today with notes #18. Be sure to memorize the four steps if you haven't already.

Homework #30: Finish the Multi-Step Equations worksheet
Solutions: Multi-Step Equations answer key