Mathematics 20-1 Course Review

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If sin θ = 0.7 and θ is in quadrant II, what are the exact values of cos θ?

  • -0.7
  • 0.743
  • -0.743 (correct)
  • 0.7

What is the value of tan θ when sin θ = 0.7 and θ is in quadrant II?

  • 0.943
  • -1.206
  • 1.206
  • -0.943 (correct)

When graphing the function y = 2x² - 8x + 5, what is the axis of symmetry?

  • x = 2
  • x = 3 (correct)
  • x = 1
  • x = 4

What is the maximum value of the function y = 2x² - 8x + 5?

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Which form represents the equation of a quadratic function in vertex form?

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Which gear among the three with radii 4 cm, 2 cm, and 1 cm creates the largest angle between their centers?

<p>4 cm gear (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the quadratic function h = -10t² + 300t + 9750 is rewritten in vertex form, what is the significance of the vertex?

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When determining the coordinates of the vertex for the function y = 2x² - 8x + 5, what are the coordinates?

<p>(2, 1) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the general term $t_n$ for the arithmetic sequence 6, 9.5, 13, 16.5?

<p>$t_n = 6 + 3.5(n - 1)$ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Given the arithmetic sequence where $t_6 = 86$ and $t_9 = 50$, what is $t_{15}$?

<p>$t_{15} = 74$ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the arithmetic sequence -16, 5, 26, 47, what is the position of the term with a value of 866?

<p>30th term (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the sum of the arithmetic series 7 + 18 + 29 + ... + 381?

<p>$S = 4026$ (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many seats are in a theater with 20 rows, where the first row has 60 seats and each row increases by 8 seats?

<p>1340 seats (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Given the geometric sequence with $t_2=20$ and $t_4=500$, find the general term.

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What is the sum $S_6$ of the geometric series 4 - 8 + 16 - 32 + ...?

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If the third term of a geometric sequence is 3 and the sixth term is $1/9$, what is the first term?

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What is the quadratic formula used to find the roots of a quadratic equation?

<p>$x = \frac{–b \pm \sqrt{b^2 – 4ac}}{2a}$ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When solving the equation $0.5x^2 - 3x = 4$ by graphing, what kind of graph would be used?

<p>Quadratic graph (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step to solve $2x^2 = 5x + 3$ using technology?

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What is the completely factored form of the expression $2(4x - 1) + 9(4x - 1) + 10$?

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What is required for the quadratic equation $3x^2 - 6x + 1 = 0$ when using the quadratic formula?

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Which of the following is the perimeter of a shape involving radicals $2 \sqrt{3} + 8$ when simplified?

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In simplifying $18\sqrt{27} - 25\sqrt{75}$, what would be the correct simplified result?

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How can the expression $200$ be converted to simplest mixed radical form?

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What is the vertex form of the quadratic equation $y = x^2 - x - 6$?

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Which equation represents the height of the rocket after $x$ seconds?

<p>$y = -16x^2 + 177x + 4$ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the point of intersection between the rocket's path and the boy's line of sight represent?

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What is the solution to the equation system $3x - y = -5$ and $4x^2 - y + 8x = -2$?

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If the square of the first number subtracting the second number equals 5, and the first number is equal to the second number subtracting 7, what is the first number?

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Graphically solving the inequality $-2x^2 + 3x > -7$ involves determining which of the following?

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What does the system $y < -3x^2 - 3x + 1$ represent in graphical terms?

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In Amber's savings scenario, which combination of hours worked achieves her savings goal?

<p>All combinations of 0 hours babysitting and 67 hours working at $15/hour. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the non-permissible value of 'c' for the expression $\frac{c^2 + 10c + 16}{c^2 - c - 72}$?

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Which step must be taken first to solve the equation $2x - 3 = 5$?

<p>Add 3 to both sides (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the simplification of the expression $\frac{6x(x - 4)(x - 5)}{4x^2 - 36}$?

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What is the reciprocal of 4 plus 1?

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To solve the equation $\frac{1}{x + 2} = \frac{1}{5x}$, what should be done first?

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For the expression $\frac{2a^2 - 9a - 5}{a^2 + a - 12}$, what is the first step to simplify it?

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Which of the following values would make the denominator of the expression $\frac{6c^2 + c - 2}{3c^2 - c - 4}$ equal to zero?

<p>-2 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To solve the quadratic equation $2x^2 - 7 = 3 - x$, which term should be moved to one side before applying the quadratic formula?

<p>7 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of solving the equation $4x - 7 = 6x + 3$?

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Which of the following represents the correct piecewise function form for $y = -x + 2$ and $y = x^2 - x - 6$?

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What is the vertical asymptote of the function $y = \frac{1}{f(x)}$ when $f(x) = x + 3$?

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When graphing the function $f(x) = x^2 - 2$, which of the following is true about the y-intercept?

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Which of the following equations represent the graphical solution of the system of equations $y = -x + 2$ and $y = x^2 - x - 6$?

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What type of function is represented by the equation $y = \frac{1}{f(x)}$?

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How many invariant points are present in the function $f(x) = x + 3$ and its reciprocal?

<p>1 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which expression correctly identifies the roots of the quadratic equation $x^2 - 10x - 24 = 0$?

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Flashcards

General term of an arithmetic sequence (tn)

The n-th term of an arithmetic sequence is found by adding the first term (a1) to the product of the common difference (d) and (n-1).

Sum of an arithmetic series (Sn)

The sum of an arithmetic series with n terms is equal to the average of the first and last term, multiplied by the number of terms.

General term of a geometric sequence (tn)

The n-th term of a geometric sequence is calculated by multiplying the first term (a1) by the common ratio (r) raised to the power of (n-1).

Sum of a finite geometric series (Sn)

The sum of a finite geometric series is calculated as the first term (a1) multiplied by (1 - common ratio (r) raised to the power of the number of terms (n)) divided by (1 - common ratio (r)).

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Sum of an infinite geometric series (S∞)

The sum of an infinite geometric series is equal to the first term (a1) divided by (1 - common ratio (r)), when the absolute value of the common ratio (r) is less than 1.

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Reference Angle

The angle formed between the terminal arm and the x-axis, measured counterclockwise from the positive x-axis.

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Trigonometric ratios (sin θ, cos θ, tan θ)

The sine, cosine, and tangent ratios for an angle in standard position are defined based on the coordinates of a point on the terminal arm.

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Solving trigonometric equations

The process of finding the values of angles for which a trigonometric function is equal to a given value.

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Vertex Form of a Quadratic Function

The vertex form of a quadratic function is a helpful way to represent the equation of a parabola. It highlights the vertex's coordinates and the parabola's shape.

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Standard Form of a Quadratic Function

The standard form of a quadratic function is a common way to express the equation. It uses the coefficients a, b, and c to reveal the parabola's shape and position.

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Completing the Square

Completing the square is a technique used to transform a quadratic function from standard form to vertex form. By manipulating the equation, you can find the vertex's coordinates.

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Vertex of a Parabola

The vertex of a parabola is the point where the function reaches its maximum or minimum value. Its coordinates are important for understanding the parabola's behavior.

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Axis of Symmetry

The axis of symmetry is a vertical line that divides the parabola into two symmetrical halves. It always passes through the vertex.

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x-intercepts of a Parabola

The x-intercepts of a parabola are the points where the graph crosses the x-axis. They represent the solutions to the quadratic equation.

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y-intercept of a Parabola

The y-intercept of a parabola is the point where the graph crosses the y-axis. It is determined by setting x to 0 in the quadratic equation.

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Direction of Opening of a Parabola

The direction of opening of a parabola indicates whether it opens upwards or downwards. This depends on the sign of the leading coefficient 'a' in its equation.

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Non-Permissible Value

A value that makes the denominator of a rational expression equal to zero, resulting in an undefined expression.

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Simplifying Rational Expressions

A process involving simplifying rational expressions, identifying non-permissible values for the variable, and expressing the answer in simplest form.

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Reciprocal

A reciprocal is the multiplicative inverse of a number, obtained by dividing 1 by the original number. For example, the reciprocal of 4 is 1/4.

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Rational Equations

Equations that involve rational expressions, where the variable appears in the denominator of one or more fractions.

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Solving Radical Equations

Eliminating radicals from an equation by isolating the radical term, squaring both sides, and solving for the variable.

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Simplifying a Rational Expression

Simplifying a rational expression by factoring both the numerator and denominator, identifying common factors, and canceling them out.

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Finding Non-Permissible Values

Finding the values of variables that make a rational expression undefined. This is done by setting the denominator equal to zero and solving for the variable.

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Solving Rational Equations

The process of solving equations that involve rational expressions, such as finding the values of the variables for which the equation holds true.

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Quadratic Formula

A formula used to solve quadratic equations, expressed as: x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / 2a where 'a', 'b', and 'c' are the coefficients of the quadratic equation in the standard form ax² + bx + c = 0.

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Factoring Quadratic Equations

A method to solve quadratic equations by breaking down the expression into two linear factors. Each factor represents a potential solution.

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Solving Quadratic Equations by Graphing

A method to solve quadratic equations by plotting the graph of the equation and finding the x-intercepts. These intercepts represent the solutions.

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Radical Expressions

A type of algebraic expression that involves the square root of a variable or a constant. For example, √x, √2, √(x + 1).

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Radical Equations

An equation that contains a radical expression. For example, √x + 1 = 2, √(x + 1) = x - 1.

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Simplifying Radicals

A process of simplifying radical expressions by finding the largest perfect square that divides the radicand (the number under the radical).

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Mixed Radical Form

A method of representing a radical with a whole number part and a fractional part. For example, √20 can be simplified to 2√5.

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Combining Like Radicals

The process of combining terms with the same radical expressions, treating the radicals like variables. For example, 2√5 + 3√5 can be simplified to 5√5.

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Linear-Quadratic System

A system of equations where one equation is linear and the other is quadratic.

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Quadratic-Quadratic System

A system of equations where both equations are quadratic.

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Point of Intersection

A point where the graphs of two equations intersect, representing a solution that satisfies both equations.

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Substitution Method

A method for solving systems of equations by substituting the expression for one variable from one equation into the other equation.

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Elimination Method

A method for solving systems of equations by eliminating one variable by adding or subtracting the equations.

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Graphing an Inequality

A graphical representation of an inequality that includes all points that satisfy the inequality.

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Solving a Quadratic Inequality Algebraically

Finding the solution set of a quadratic inequality by considering the intervals where the quadratic expression is positive or negative.

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Solving a Quadratic Inequality Graphically

A graphical method for solving a quadratic inequality by observing the regions on the graph where the parabola lies above or below the x-axis.

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Reflecting y = f(x) across the x-axis

The graph of y = f(x) is reflected across the x-axis to create the graph of y = -f(x).

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Stretching y = f(x) vertically

The graph of y = f(x) is stretched vertically by a factor of k to create the graph of y = kf(x).

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Shifting y = f(x) upwards

The graph of y = f(x) is shifted k units up to create the graph of y = f(x) + k.

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Shifting y = f(x) to the right

The graph of y = f(x) is shifted k units to the right to create the graph of y = f(x-k).

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Shifting y = f(x) to the left

The graph of y = f(x) is shifted k units to the left to create the graph of y = f(x+k).

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Compressing y = f(x) horizontally

The graph of y = f(x) is compressed horizontally by a factor of k to create the graph of y = f(kx).

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Stretching y = f(x) horizontally

The graph of y = f(x) is stretched horizontally by a factor of k to create the graph of y = f(x/k).

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Reflecting y = f(x) across the y-axis

The graph of y = f(x) is reflected across the y-axis to create the graph of y = f(-x).

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Study Notes

Mathematics 20-1 Course Review Assignment

  • The document is a review assignment for Mathematics 20-1, covering topics like sequences and series, trigonometry, quadratic functions, radical expressions, rational expressions and equations, and systems of equations.

Sequences and Series

  • Arithmetic sequences: The assignment includes problems involving finding the general term, a specific term, the number of terms, and the sum of arithmetic sequences.
  • Geometric sequences: Problems about finding the general term and the sum of geometric series are also presented.
  • Series patterns: The assignment includes problem types requiring analysis of arithmetic and geometric sequences and series. Example issues are finding missing terms, determining the nth term, and total sums, in various types of series.
  • Real-world applications: The review assignment includes questions about scenarios where these sequence and series concepts appear in real-world situations, involving seating arrangements in a theatre, for example.

Trigonometry

  • Angles in standard position: Determining the quadrant and reference angle of given angles.
  • Trigonometric ratios: Calculating sine, cosine and tangent for angles.
  • Applications: Solving problems that utilize trigonometric concepts, involving horizontal distance, angle determination, and triangle side/angle calculations.

Quadratic Functions

  • Vertex form: Graphing quadratic functions, determining the vertex, axis of symmetry, direction of opening, intercepts and maximum/minimum values
  • Standard form: Problems in this section involve completing the square to convert between standard and vertex forms and finding the characteristics of parabolas (vertex, intercepts etc).
  • Applications: Applying quadratic functions to real-world problems.
  • Equation solving: Includes both graphical and algebraic methods for solving quadratic equations, including use of the quadratic formula and factoring.

Radical Expressions and Equations

  • Simplifying radicals: Converting entire radicals to mixed radicals in the simplest form.
  • Combining like terms: Simplifying radical expressions and combining like terms within expressions that contain radicals.
  • Products and Quotients: Simplifying radical expressions, including products and quotients within mixed radical form.
  • Solving radical equations: Using algebraic methods to solve equations containing radicals.

Rational Expressions and Equations

  • Non-permissible values: Identifying values that make a rational expression undefined.
  • Simplifying rational expressions: Reducing rational expressions to simplest form.
  • Operations with rational expressions: Simplifying rational expressions containing operations (adding, subtracting, multiplication and division.).
  • Solving equations with rational expressions: Using algebraic methods to solve equations containing rational expressions.

Systems of Equations

  • Graphical solutions: Solving systems of equations using graphical methods.
  • Algebraic solutions: Solving systems using algebraic techniques including substitution to solve quadratic and linear systems, and the understanding of intersection points

Absolute Value and Reciprocal Functions

  • Graphing absolute value functions: Sketching the graph of an absolute value function.
  • Graphing reciprocal functions: Sketching the graph of the reciprocal of a function.
  • Finding vertical asymptotes: Determining the vertical asymptotes of a reciprocal function.
  • Finding invariant points: Determining invariant points in the related graphic functions (points where the original and reciprocal functions intersect).

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