This course introduces the concepts of finite mathematics, with a focus on real-world application. Students will explore linear functions and equations, linear programming, and the use and application of matrices. Mathematical applications of finance, statistics, and probability are also reviewed.
Summarize and present data using graphs, measures of central tendency, and measures of dispersion.
Make decisions by computing the expected value of random variables.
Solve probability problems.
Apply counting principles to solve problems.
Logic, Probability, and Statistics, Part I
Solve problems involving discrete probability.
Summarize and present data using graphs, measures of central tendency, and measures of dispersion.
Make decisions by computing the expected value of random variables.
Solve probability problems.
Apply counting principles to solve problems.
Systems of Linear Equations and Linear Programming, Part II
Solve linear programming problems by the simplex method.
Solve linear programming problems geometrically.
Solve matrix equations.
Perform operations on matrices.
Solve systems of linear equations.
Systems of Linear Equations and Linear Programming, Part I
Solve linear programming problems by the simplex method.
Solve linear programming problems geometrically.
Solve matrix equations.
Perform operations on matrices.
Solve systems of linear equations.
The Mathematics of Finance, Part II
Solve problems involving future and present value of annuities.
Solve compound interest problems.
Solve simple interest problems.
The Mathematics of Finance, Part I
Solve problems involving future and present value of annuities.
Solve compound interest problems.
Solve simple interest problems.
Functions
Solve logarithmic function problems.
Solve exponential function problems.
Solve function problems.
Linear Equations
Use mathematical modeling and linear regression to make predictions.
Graph linear equations in two variables.
Solve linear equations and inequalities.
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