Wednesday 10/6

Today we got ready for Common Assessment #4, which will be on Friday!

You received a practice common assessment today that looks very similar to the actual test.

Study hard! We want everyone to be proficient!!

Homework51: Common Assessment 4 preview
                   Solutions
                  

Tuesday 10/5

Today we learned how to solve projectile word problems with quadratic equations. These problems are the last of the material we will cover before Common Assessment #4. Together, we worked out every fourth problem on Notes #32.

Homework #50: Projectile problems Worksheet
                          Solutions

Monday 11/4

Today we learned to simplify radical expressions and use the discriminant.

Notes

HW. TB pg. 472 5-21 odd pg. 489 1-15 odd

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.