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MAT 187B
Basic Mathematics
Spring 2005
May 17 to June 23
Instructor:
Jen Hamburg 541-4660
ext. TBA
email: seelyhamburg@sbcglobal.net
Office
Hours:
One half hour before each class-location to be decided at 1st
class meeting.
Class
Time and Location: Tues.
and Thurs.
6:00 pm to 7:50 pm
RM D103 (subject to change)
Text:
Basic College Mathematics, John Tobey and Jeffrey Slater, 5th
Edition
Calculator:
No calculators are allowed in MAT 187B
Course Description:
This course covers general areas of arithmetic which include decimals,
percents, and an introduction to algebra.
Prerequisite:
MAT 187A with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or appropriate
skills demonstrated through the math assessment process.
Course Objectives:
The successful student will:
1.
exhibit a proficiency in the topics covered in the course.
2.
engage in logical and critical thinking.
3.
read technical information.
4.
demonstrate the solution to problems by translating written language into
mathematical statements, interpreting information, sketching relevant diagrams,
analyzing given information, formulating appropriate mathematical statements,
and checking and verifying results.
Grades:
The following items make up the total points possible for the course:
Homework
50 points
Exam #1
75 points
Exam #2
75 points
Final Exam
100 points
Final grades will be based on your percentage of the
300 possible points:
A
90%-100%
B
80%-89%
C
70%-79%
D
60%-69%
F
below 60%
Homework Policy:
Homework
is due the class period after it is assigned.
Homework not turned in at this time will be considered late and will be
accepted no more than two class meetings after it is due for half credit.
Make-up Policy:
For
Exams and the Final, make-up is possible, but there is a 10% penalty if the
absence is not excused.
Learning Disabilities: If you have an identified learning disability, speak to me the first day
of class about any special needs you may have. Learning disabilities will be accommodated.
My Commitment to You: -I will give 100% of my attention to this class when I enter the room.
-I will be on time and well prepared.
-I
will listen carefully and address all questions and concerns thoughtfully.
-I will be courteous, respectful and honest.
-I will have fun teaching so you can have fun learning.
Tips for Your Success: Show up to every class meeting on time and be prepared to participate.
Use your
textbook. It is a great resource.
Do all your homework and show your work.
Study for each test at least a week in advance.
Stay
organized so you can find what you need easily.
Take
care of yourself. Do your best to
eat well and get enough rest.
Ask questions, make use of my office hours, and utilize the GMC.
Gateway Math Center (GMC)
Room G4
M-Th:
9-6
F:
9-5
Sat:
10-4
Ext: 741
Your Commitment to this Class:
Schedule:
The following is the schedule we will try to follow
for the six weeks of this course. Change
is inevitable…I will keep you updated.
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Date
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Section
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Topic
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Homework
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May
17
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3.4
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Multiplication
of Decimals
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3-60
Mult. of 3
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3.5
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Division
of Decimals
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3-57
Mult. of 3
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3.6
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Converting
Fractions to Decimals and Order of Operations
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3-69
Mult. of 3
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Date
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Section
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Topic
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Homework
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May 19
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3.7
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Applied Problems involving Decimals
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3-36 Mult. of 3
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4.1
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Ratios
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Read, 1-10 all
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4.2
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Proportions
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3-51 Mult. of 3
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4.3
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Solving Proportions
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3-54 Mult. of 3
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Date
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Section
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Topic
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Homework
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May
24
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5.1
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Understanding
Percent
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3-78
Mult. of 3
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5.2
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Changing
between Percents, Decimals, and Fractions
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3-87
Mult. of 3
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5.3A
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Solving
Percents using Equations
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3-54
Mult. of 3
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Special
Note for May 31
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Exam
#1
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Sections
3.4-3.7, 4.1-4.3, 5.1-5.5
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Date
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Section
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Topic
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Homework
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May
26
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5.3B
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Solving
Percents using Proportions
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3-48
Mult. of 3
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5.4
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Solving
Applied Percent Problems
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3-33
Mult. of 3
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5.5
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Solving
Commission, Percents of Increase and
Decrease
and Interest Problems
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3-30
Mult. of 3
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Date
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Section
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Topic
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Homework
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May 31
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Exam #1
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Sections 3.4-3.7, 4.1-4.3, 5.1-5.5
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6.4
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Converting Units of Measure
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1-4, 6-48Mult.
of 3, 57-60
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7.5
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Square Roots
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3-30 Mult. of 3
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Date
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Section
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Topic
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Homework
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June
2
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9.1
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Addition
of Signed Numbers
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3-63
Mult. of 3
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9.2
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Subtracting
Signed Numbers
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3-60
Mult. of 3
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9.3
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Multiplication
And Division of Signed Numbers
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3-66
Mult. of 3
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Special
Note for June 9
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Exam
#2
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Sections
6.4,7.5, 9.1-9.4
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Date
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Section
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Topic
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Homework
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June
7
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9.4
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Order
of Operations with Signed Numbers
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3-45
Mult. of 3
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Date
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Section
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Topic
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Homework
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June
9
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Exam
# 2
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Sections
6.4,7.5, 9.1-9.4
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10.1
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Variables
and Like Terms
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1-4,
6-36 Mult.
of
3
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Date
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Section
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Topic
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Homework
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June 14
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10.2
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Distributive Property
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1-4, 6-42 Mult.
of 3
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10.3
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Equations using Addition Property
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6-48 Mult. of 3
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Date
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Section
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Topic
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Homework
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June 16
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10.4
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Equations using Division or Multiplication
Property
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6-42 Mult. of 3
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10.5
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Equations using Two Properties
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3-45 Mult. of 3
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Date
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Section
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Topic
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Homework
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June 21
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Review for Final Exam: 3.4-3.7, 4.1-4.3, 5.1-5.5,
6.4, 7.5, 9.1-9.4, 10.1-10.5
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Date
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Section
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Topic
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Homework
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June 23
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Final Exam
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