Assignments for Thursday, 1/31/2013

Algebra II:
All students will be taking a practice ACT test.
We have been practicing by doing timed problems each day since the new semester began.
I expect all students will have improved scores over their first ACT practice test based on our daily practice and their prior experience.

Discrete Math:

Today you will demonstrate your knowledge of Fair Division.  You will also solve problems using the four-color problem application of graph theory.
Fair Division Test
• 3 questions: Estate Division, Apportionment, Cake Division
• Open note, on your own

Assignment:
• Read “The Four-Color Problem” on pg. 152-154
• Do 3-1: 39-40, 43-44, 48, 50 on pg. 157-158

Schedule
Fri – The Traveling Salesperson’s Problem

Assignments for Wednesday, 1/30/2013

Algebra II:

Today you will use the graphing the method to solve story problems involving 3rd and 4th degree polynomials.

TED Talks:
“How Math Could Improve Life for Nearly 6 Million With Parkinson's”
• Digital voice analysis, Statistics
ACT Prep
• 1 problem, 1 minute
• Text or tweet your answer
6-4 Notes – Solving 3rd and 4th degree polynomial story problems using graphing.
Assignment
• Do 6-4 story problem worksheet: all
Schedule
• Thur – Practice ACT test (with substitute)
• Fri – retake Quiz 6:1-2 and Quiz 6:3-4
o Open note, so take good notes, do good practice!
• Mon – Test Review
• Tue – C6 Test
Optional helps:
• On-line tutor: phschool.com, age-0604
• On-line practice quiz: phschool.com, aga-0604

Discrete Math:

Today we continue learning about graph theory by exploring Euler paths and circuits, Fleury’s Algorithm, and converting graphs into Eulerian graphs.

Notes

Assignment 3-1: 29-38

Fair Division Test – Thursday

• 3 questions: Estate Division, Apportionment, Cake Division

Schedule

Thur – Fair Division Test, open note (w/substitute)

Fri – to be determined

Assignments for Tuesday, 1/29/2013

Algebra II:

Today you will review your quiz over 6:1-2 and then solve polynomial equations of the 3rd and 4th degree.

ACT Prep
• 1 problem, 1 minute
• Text or tweet your answer

6-4 Notes – Solving 3rd and 4th degree Polynomial Equations.

Assignment
Do 6-4 Worksheet (as marked):

Schedule
Wed – story problems
Thur – Practice ACT test (with substitute)
Fri – retake Quiz 6:1-2 and Quiz 6:3-4
• Open note, so take good notes, do good practice!

Optional helps:
• On-line tutor: phschool.com, age-0604
• On-line practice quiz: phschool.com, aga-0604

Discrete Math:

Today we begin our study of Graph Theory, the study of connections.

Notes
Assignment 3-1: 1-16, 19-26
Fair Division Test – Tomorrow (Wednesday).
• 3 questions: Estate Division, Apportionment, Cake Division

Schedule
Wed – to be determined
Thur – Fair Division Test, open note (w/substitute)
Fri – to be determined

Assignments for Friday, 1/25/2013

QUIZ DAY!!!

Algebra II:

ACT Prep
• 1 problem, 1 minute
• Text or tweet your answer

Today you will solve polynomial equations of the 3rd degree.

6-4 Notes – Solving 3rd degree Polynomial Equations.
Assignment
Do 6-3/6-4 Worksheet (on the cart next to the folder):
• 6-3: 5-13 odds, 25-29 odds
• 6-4: 1-9 odds

Quiz Review Q&A
Quiz Friday
• 6-1 and 6-2
Optional helps:
• On-line tutor: phschool.com, age-0603, age-0604
• On-line practice quiz: phschool.com, aga-0603, aga-0604

Discrete Math:

Q&A
Quiz
• Method of Sealed Bids
• Apportionment of Representatives
Assignment
Let’s go with “No Assignment” in honor of our first very successful week AND the weekend!

Assignments for Thursday, 1/24/2013

Algebra II:

Today you will learn how to divide polynomials using polynomial division and synthetic division.

Math is like love; a simple idea, but it can get complicated.

ACT Prep
• 1 problem, 1 minute
• Text or tweet your answer
Quiz Prep
• Do long division problems on board
6-3 Notes
Assignment
Do 6-3: 9-12, 13-21 odds, 23-25, 48-51, 66-70 evens

Quiz Friday
• 6-1 and 6-2
Optional helps:
• On-line tutor: phschool.com, age-0601, age-02
• On-line practice quiz: phschool.com, aga-1201, aga-1202

Discrete Math:

Today you will learn how to divide a “cake.”

Notes on the case of continuous division
Assignment:
• Do “cake” worksheet 1-5

Quiz Friday
• Method of Sealed Bids
• Apportionment of Representatives

Assignments for Wednesday, 1/23/2013

Algebra II:

Today you will review sections 6-1 and 6-2 on writing equations of polynomials, and analysis of polynomials for turning points and end behavior.

ACT Prep
• 1 problem, 1 minute
• Text or tweet your answer
Quiz Prep
• Do 4 problems on the board
Assignment
• Do Worksheets
• Pg 1: 1-9
• Pg 2: 1-9
• Pg 3: 1-6
• Pg 4: 1, 3-21 M3, 24-26
Quiz Friday
• 6-1 and 6-2

Discrete Math:

Today you will learn how to apportion seats in a government when it’s difficult to determine who gets the seats.

Notes on Apportionment
Assignment: Do apportionment worksheet 1-4

Quiz Friday
• Method of Sealed Bids
• Apportionment of Representatives
(The graph shows the impact of six common methods of apportionment.  For details, go here.)

Assignments for Tuesday, 1/22/2013

Algebra II:

ACT Prep
• 1 problem, 1 minute
• Text or tweet your answer
Quiz Prep (from memory, without notes)
• Name the polynomials
• Graph the four equations
• Determine the degree and number of turning points
6-2 Notes on Polynomials
• end behavior
• linear factors
• x-intercepts (zeros)
• repeated (multiple) zeros 
Assignment:
• Do 6-2: 3-11 odds, 13-16, 18-36 evens, 39-41, 43-53 odds

Discrete Math:

Today you will learn to divide an estate among heirs using the “Method of Sealed Bids,” a method which allows each heir to receive their “Fair Share” when items are difficult to divide.

Video - What Do Judges Consider When Distributing Property?
Review answers from Estate Division assignment.
Notes
• Estate Division
Assignment
• Assign textbooks
• Do page 562-4: 3-4, 7-10, 13-16

Assignments for Monday, 1/21/2013

Algebra II:

ACT Prep

   1 problem, 1 minute

   Text or tweet your answer

6-1 Notes on Polynomial Equations

App Demonstration

   Maple Player App

   Reflector

Assignment:

   Do 6-1: 10-12, 20-26 evens, 29-41 odds, 40-50 evens, 59

Statistics:

Class Intro and Syllabus Review

Today we begin our study of “Fair Division.”

  Individually, respond to the three “Fair Division” scenarios.

  In your group, discuss your answers and make a note of all your ideas.

  With your group, discuss the second set of questions.  Please be thorough, brainstorm and document all your ideas.

Preparing for Exams - 1/17-18/2013

How does an athlete get ready for the big game?  I'll offer two scenarios:

Scenario 1:
Athlete does little to nothing until the day before the big game, at which time athlete exercises and practices until 4am in the morning.  Athlete sleeps for 4 hours.  Athlete arrives at the stadium for the game.

Scenario 2:
Athlete exercises and practices for an hour each day for months prior to the big game.  On the day before, athlete does a short practice, then eats a healthy dinner, relaxes for a while, then goes to bed early.  Athlete sleeps for 8-10 hours.  Athlete arrives at the stadium for the game.

Which athlete do you think is better prepared for the big game?  I choose scenario 2.

Mathletes are similar to athletes.  A little practice every day is the best way to prepare for exam day.  Review your notes, eat a good dinner, relax, go to bed early, be rested and ready for your exams!

Assignments for Wednesday, 1/16/2013

Algebra II:

Agenda:

·      Return Probability Test (20 points)

·      Q&A

·      Prepare for your exam using the Exam Review Packet.

This Week’s Schedule:

·      Wed – Exam Review

·      Thu – Exams (4^th, 5^th, 6^th hour classes)

·      Fri – Exam (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd hour classes)

Statistics:

Assignment:

·      Do Exam Review Packet

·      You may turn in your book any day this week.

Exam Instructions:

·       Your exam covers C4, C5, C6, and C9.1.

·       You will record your answers on a Scantron form.

·       You may write on the exam, but only the Scantron form will be graded.

·       You may use one 8x11 page of handwritten notes.

·       You may use a calculator.

o  NO sharing of calculators. You may use someone else’s calculator AFTER they are done and AFTER I have cleared the memory.

This Week’s Schedule:

·      Wed – Exam Review

·      Thu – Exams (4^th, 5^th, 6^th hour classes)

·      Fri – Exam (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd hour classes)

Assignments for Tuesday, 1/15

Algebra II:
Agenda:

·      Q&A

·      Probability Test

·      Prepare for your exam using the Exam Review Packet.

This Week’s Schedule:

·      Tue – Probability Test

·      Wed – Exam Review

·      Thu – Exams (4^th, 5^th, 6^th hour classes)

·      Fri – Exam (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd hour classes)

Statistics:
Assignment:

·      You may take one test retake today.

o  Your retake score will replace whatever grade you have in the gradebook, better or worse.

·      Do Exam Review Packet

·      You may turn in your book any day this week.

Exam Instructions:

·       Your exam covers C4, C5, C6, and C9.1.

·       You will record your answers on a Scantron form.

·       You may write on the exam, but only the Scantron form will be graded.

·       You may use one 8x11 page of handwritten notes.

·       You may use a calculator.

o  NO sharing of calculators. You may use someone else’s calculator AFTER they are done and AFTER I have cleared the memory.

This Week’s Schedule:

·      Tue –Test Retakes and Exam Review

·      Wed – Exam Review

·      Thu – Exams (4^th, 5^th, 6^th hour classes)

·      Fri – Exam (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd hour classes)

Assignments for Monday, 1/14/2013

Algebra II:

Today you will review for your test tomorrow on probability.

Assignment:

·      Do Probability Review Packet

Extra Credit for Test:

o  If you would like extra credit for tomorrow’s test, take a practice quiz for each section and e-mail it to me (or print and turn it in) before the test.

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This Week’s Schedule:

·      Tue – Probability Test

·      Wed – Exam Review

·      Thu – Exams (4^th, 5^th, 6^th hour classes)

·      Fri – Exam (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd hour classes)

Statistics:

Assignment:

·      Prepare for a retake test (if you desire)

·      Do Exam Review Packet

·      You may turn in your book any day this week.

Exam Instructions:

·      Your exam covers C4, C5, C6, and C9.1.

·      You will record your answers on a Scantron form.

·      You may write on the exam, but only the Scantron form will be graded.

·      You may use one 8x11 page of handwritten notes.

·      You may use a calculator.

o  NO sharing of calculators. You may use someone else’s calculator AFTER they are done and AFTER I have cleared the memory.

Replace a test score:

·       If you would like to retake a test and replace your old score with your new score, I’ll allow you to retake one test of your choosing on Tuesday.

This Week’s Schedule:

·      Mon – Test Retake Review and Exam Review

·      Tue –Test Retakes and Exam Review

·      Wed – Exam Review

·      Thu – Exams (4^th, 5^th, 6^th hour classes)

·      Fri – Exam (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd hour classes)

Assignments for Friday, 1/11/2013

Algebra II:

Today you will create probability distributions, and calculate conditional probability.

Notes 12-1 Probability Distributions

Notes 12-2 Conditional Probability

·      Do Worksheet Packet 12-1 and 12-2: all

Optional helps:

·      On-line tutor: phschool.com, age-1201, age-1202

·      On-line practice quiz: phschool.com, aga-1201, aga-1202

Notes:

·       End-of-Semester Exams on Thu/Fri, 1/17-18/2013

·       Exam Review Packets on the rolling cart.

·       All missing work and test retakes must be completed by today.

Nest Week’s Schedule:

·      Mon – Probability Review

·      Tue – Probability Test

·      Wed – Exam Review

·      Thu – Exams (4^th, 5^th, 6^th hour classes)

·      Fri – Exam (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd hour classes)

Statistics:

Video Presentation

·      Numb3rs:  “Traffic”

The main mathematical topic in this episode is the question of determining whether something is random or not. 

Assignments for Thursday, 1/10/2013

Algebra II:

Today you will calculate probability for independent and dependent events, and mutually exclusive and not-mutually exclusive events.

Notes 9-7

Do 9-7 worksheet

Correct yesterday’s worksheet

Answer keys on the rolling-cart, return keys when finished with them.

Statistics:

Today you will determine if the results of an experiment are statistically significant.

9-2 Notes

Assignment

•     Read pg. 509 – 513

Quiz 9.1 – confidence intervals

Assignments for Wednesday, 1/9/2013

Algebra II:

Q – How do you catch a squirrel? 
A – Climb into a tree and act like a nut!

Today you will count permutations and combinations.

Notes 6-7
Do 6-7 Worksheet

Optional helps:

• On-line tutor: phschool.com, age-0106

• On-line practice quiz: phschool.com, aga-0106

Notes:

• End-of-Semester Exams on Thu/Fri, 1/17-18/2013

• All missing work and test retakes must be completed by Friday, 1/11/2013

• C5:4-8 Test Retake tonight after school.

Statistics:

Today we will finish our study of Statistical Inference by calculating confidence interval for various confidence levels.

9-1 Notes

Assignment 

• Read pg. 491 – 495

• Do pg. 504: 9.6, 9.9 – 9.10

• Read pg. 507

• Do pg. 508: 9.12, 9.15 – 9.16, 9.18

• Do 9.1 Practice Quiz (answers on back)

Quiz tomorrow over section 9.1 

Assignments for Tuesday, 1/8/2013

Algebra II:

Today we start a new unit on probability.  You will find theoretical and experimental probabilities and apply that knowledge to genetic theory.

1-6 Notes

Assignment:

Do 1-6: 1-2, 6-21, 24-39

Review sheet – All the different ways to of solving quadratic equations for the C5:4-8 retake test.

Optional helps:

   On-line tutor: phschool.com, age-0106

   On-line practice quiz: phschool.com, aga-0106

Notes:

   End-of-Semester Exams on Thu/Fri, 1/17-18/2013

   All missing work and test retakes must be completed by Friday, 1/11/2013

   If you want to retake C5:4-8 Test:Clear your schedule for Wednesday, 1/9/2013, after school.

      This will be your only opportunity for a retake of this test..

   Do “Factoring Practice” worksheet (on cart in front of screen). You can solve these problems too!

Statistics:

Today we will continue our study of Statistical Inference by investigating confidence intervals.

9-1 Notes

Assignment:

   Read pg. 491 – 495

   Do pg. 495: 9.1 – 9.5

Schedule:

   Quiz over confidence intervals on Thursday

Assignments for Monday, 1/7/2013

Algebra II:

Today we will add, subtract, and multiply complex numbers.

 5-6 Notes

Assignment:

• Do 5-6: 1-3, 11-13, 19-21, 29-47 odds, 54a, 55

Optional helps:

• On-line tutor: phschool.com, age-0506
• On-line practice quiz: phschool.com, aga-0506

Notes:

• End-of-Semester Exams on Thu/Fri, 1/17-18/2013
• All test retakes and missing assignments must be completed by Friday, 1/11/2013
• If you want to retake C5:4-8 Test:
• Clear your schedule for Wednesday, 1/9/2013, after school. This will be your only opportunity for a retake.
• Do “Factoring Practice” worksheet (on cart in front of screen)

Statistics:

Today we will begin our study of Statistical Inference by investigating confidence intervals.

9-1 Notes

Activity “Estimating the proportion of GREEN M&M’s”

Assignment:

Read pg. 487 – 491

Here are the formulas we used to calculate the 68% confidence interval for the percent of Green M&M's

Here are the class confidence interval results for 30 different samples taken.