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MATH0013 — Pre Algebra

3 credits · 45 hours

MATH 0013 - Pre Algebra MATH 0013 - Pre Algebra Description This course builds a strong number sense by emphasizing integers, decimals, percent, fractions, ratio and proportion. It also prepares a student to move forward with confidence into a first developmental algebra course by introducing variables, evaluating variable expressions and solving first degree equations. Elementary geometry, reading graphs, critical thinking, and problem solving skills support the AMATYC and NCTM standards. Some calculator use is incorporated. Computer-assisted and hybrid versions of this course may be in addition to the traditional format. Upon successful completion, a student may take Beginning Algebra. Simplify and evaluate variable expressions. Solve a one variable first degree modeling problem situation. Perform operations on fractions and decimals. Solve percent and proportion problems. Find the perimeter and area of rectangles. Construct various graphs. Solve and check equations in one variable using integers. Recognize number sets: compare magnitudes, graph on the real number line. Simplify square roots of perfect squares and approximate square roots of nonsquares using a calculator. State ratios and rates and find unit rates. Convert units of measure (includes Imperial and Metric systems). General Education

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