Intermediate Algebra

MATH 098 builds on the Essentials of Intermediate Algebra learned in MATH 097. The more technical skills learned in MATH 098 are important for the success in Precalculus (MATH& 141) and Finite Math (MATH 111). Topics covered include: solving equations by factoring; simplifying and solving rational expressions and equations; simplifying and solving exponential and radical expressions and equations; using function notation; anlysis of quadratic functions; and review of linear functions. Applications are drawn from the sciences, finance, business, and the social sciences. MATH 098 serves as a prerequisite to MATH 111 and MATH& 141. 5 lecture hours.