MAT - 130 - Precalculus Mathematics

An intensive one-semester integrated review of the algebraic and trigonometric concepts necessary for calculus using a functional approach. Algebraic topics include linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, and inverse functions. Transcendental topics include trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Graphing is emphasized as an aid to visualization of the various functions. Conic sections are introduced.

Prerequisite(s)

MAT-124; ( minimum grade C- )

Problems

1. Find the exact value of tan(cos^{-1 7}/₂₅)
2. The size P of an insect population at time t (in days) follows an exponential growth model. If the initial population is 600 and the growth rate is 6% per day, find the population after 10 days:
3. Solve for Θ:
   4sin²Θ - 3 = 0 where 0 ≤ Θ ≤ 2π

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