AP Precalculus Syllabus Flashcard

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What percentage of the course grade do projects count for in Mrs. Kiser's class?

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Projects are factored into the Test/Project category, which counts for 60% of the course grade.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6

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Are individual homework assignments graded daily in Mrs. Kiser's class?

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No, individual homework assignments are not graded every day.

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How many multiple-choice questions are on the AP Precalculus exam?

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There are 40 multiple-choice questions on the AP Precalculus exam.

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What happens if a student is found using a cell phone in class?

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The cell phone will be confiscated and taken to the front office.

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What must a parent do if a student does not have a cell phone?

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The parent must e-mail Mrs. Kiser directly.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is the main focus of the AP Precalculus syllabus?

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The syllabus focuses on preparing students for college-level mathematics, including functions, trigonometry, and analytical geometry.

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CCSS.HSF.TF.A.4

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Define 'function' in the context of precalculus.

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A function is a relation that assigns exactly one output for each input.

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CCSS.8.F.A.1

CCSS.HSF.IF.A.1

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What is the difference between a linear function and a quadratic function?

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A linear function has the form f(x) = mx + b, while a quadratic function has the form f(x) = ax^2 + bx + c.

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What is the importance of the unit circle in trigonometry?

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The unit circle helps define the trigonometric functions for all angles and is essential for understanding periodicity.

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CCSS.HSF.TF.A.2

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What is the Pythagorean theorem?

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The Pythagorean theorem states that in a right triangle, the square of the length of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the lengths of the other two sides.

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CCSS.8.G.B.8