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Precalculus Honors Year - 1 credit

This course prepares students for an honors calculus course and includes extensive study of polynomial, rational, trigonometric, logarithmic, exponential functions and their applications. Students will also study matrices, discrete mathematics involving probability and statistics, vectors, and polar functions. Students will explore problems graphically, numerically, analytically, and with technology. Students are expected to think beyond the scope of the problem for more intense mathematical discussions.

Prerequisite: Minimum grade of B in Algebra 2 Honors; Instructor Approval

Introduction to Calculus Semester - 0.5 credit Prerequisite: Precalculus

This course introduces core calculus concepts and techniques, including limits, derivatives, integrals, and their applications. Students will gain a solid understanding of these fundamental principles, which will prepare them for further exploration in calculus and related subjects.

Business Calculus Semester - 0.5 credit Prerequisite: Introduction to Calculus

This course builds upon the foundational concepts introduced in Introduction to Calculus, focusing on their practical application in business contexts. Students will delve into topics such as marginal cost/revenue, average cost/revenue, and total cost/revenue, gaining insight into how calculus principles are utilized in real-world business scenarios. Mathematics for Data and Financial Literacy Semester - 0.5 credit Prerequisite: Selected Topics or equivalent This course explores financial concepts through the principles of algebraic thinking, helping high school juniors and seniors apply mathematical reasoning to real-world financial decisions. Topics include income, budgeting, banking, credit, loans, and basic investing. Students will use algebraic thinking and problem-solving to analyze financial scenarios, strengthening their understanding of money management and informed decision-making.

Introduction to Statistics Semester - 0.5 Credit Prerequisite: Selected Topics or equivalent

This course is designed for high school juniors and seniors to develop a foundational understanding of statistical concepts and data analysis. Students will explore topics such as data collection, organization, and interpretation, measures of central tendency and variability, probability, sampling methods, and basic inferential statistics. Emphasis is placed on real-world applications, critical thinking, and the use of technology to analyze data. This course prepares students for college-level statistics and helps them develop skills useful in various fields, including business, social sciences, and STEM disciplines. MATH | 13

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