Math Semester exam project
EASY:
Solve for X:
l -5 l = X
Graph:
Y = 2X + 3
Determine if the following is a function:
1 7
2 4
3 3
2
1
MEDIUM:
Solve for X and graph:
l X + 3 l < 6
Find the zeros of the equation by factoring:
X2 + 7X +10 =0
Solve for X by finding the square route:
X = √25 x √28
Factor:
X2 – 9X + 8
HARD:
Solve for X using the quadratic formula:
8X2 + 3X = -2
Factor, then graph as a parabola:
Y = 4X2 + 16 +64
Solve for Z:
3Y + Z = X + 2( 3 x 6)2
6 4
Impossible:
Y – (352 + 22) < 46X - √625 + N
136
Solve for X:
l -5 l = X
Graph:
Y = 2X + 3
Determine if the following is a function:
1 7
2 4
3 3
2
1
MEDIUM:
Solve for X and graph:
l X + 3 l < 6
Find the zeros of the equation by factoring:
X2 + 7X +10 =0
Solve for X by finding the square route:
X = √25 x √28
Factor:
X2 – 9X + 8
HARD:
Solve for X using the quadratic formula:
8X2 + 3X = -2
Factor, then graph as a parabola:
Y = 4X2 + 16 +64
Solve for Z:
3Y + Z = X + 2( 3 x 6)2
6 4
Impossible:
Y – (352 + 22) < 46X - √625 + N
136
Semester reflection
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If there's one thing I've learned from Algebra II, its that math becomes a whole lot easier with a positive outlook. When faced with a difficult topic its important not to give in to the urge to say, "Well I'm terrible at math," or, "Math is so hard, I'm done with this!" I say that from personal experience, having done so in the past I feel like I've effectively proven that just doesn't help. So this semester I've tried a different approach, by sitting with people who complain less and stay focused, I've found how easy it is to do the same. As a happy side affect, such people have a greater understanding of the material itself, which is awfully nice when you yourself don't (Parabolas I'm looking at you).
As I've said in the past, math is cumulative, it builds upon itself. Missing something in the beginning hurts you until you learn it properly, that could be a month, or in the case of my sixth grade education, multiple years. This year, I've started with a positive attitude, and intend to finish with it. By doing so I hope to fortify my mathematics for years to come.
As I've said in the past, math is cumulative, it builds upon itself. Missing something in the beginning hurts you until you learn it properly, that could be a month, or in the case of my sixth grade education, multiple years. This year, I've started with a positive attitude, and intend to finish with it. By doing so I hope to fortify my mathematics for years to come.
Linear Landscapes Reflection
This project was used to demonstrate and refine our knowledge of linear equations. We did this by combining them and sorting them to form a picture, or a landscape. From this project, I learned exactly what I did and didn’t know about linear equations. In some cases I resorted to using simpler equations if only to create a correct representation of a line. This is seen in nearly all of my equations, some in my opinion would more accurately symbolize the line if they contained information on the line’s segmentation- where it starts and ends. If I was to do the project again I would correct that issue. Otherwise the project is complete as is.
Post exhibition:
If I was to exhibit my project again I would make an effort to create a more colorful project to present. Partially because It would have looked better, and possibly because it would have attracted more attention, this would have assisted me in generating more than two people to come and look at my project.
As the semester comes to a close I feel like my strengths have remained as they were since the semester reflection. Even so, I now find myself struggling to comprehend the lessons before every class, if this continues I will have to pursue alternative methods of learning the material outside of class.
Post exhibition:
If I was to exhibit my project again I would make an effort to create a more colorful project to present. Partially because It would have looked better, and possibly because it would have attracted more attention, this would have assisted me in generating more than two people to come and look at my project.
As the semester comes to a close I feel like my strengths have remained as they were since the semester reflection. Even so, I now find myself struggling to comprehend the lessons before every class, if this continues I will have to pursue alternative methods of learning the material outside of class.