MATH 116 - Intermediate Algebra

Presents rules of exponents including scientific notation; all operations of polynomials; factoring, solving quadratic equations by factoring, completing the square, and use of the quadratic formula; simplification of rational exponents, roots, and radicals; operations on rational algebraic expressions; solving rational, absolute value, and radical equations, and their respective applications; and solving equations graphically. Prerequisite(s): C or better in MATH 112 or MATH 12B or placement by exam. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department for recommended models. (PCS 1.4, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)