Non-Linear Functions

PDF copy of Non-Linear Algebra video questions plus additional official SAT questions sorted by lesson.

PDF copy of Non-Linear Algebra video questions plus additional official SAT questions sorted by lesson.

• A review of function notation f(x) = y.

• Covers the translation rules for functions with parent graphs.

• Overview of standard form and vertex form and their properties.  Questions tend to focus on vertices (min/max) and symmetry.

• Reviews the process for solving quadratics.

• Shows solving quadratic systems.  Use of the Desmos calculator is shown in this lesson.

•  A quick review of factoring and how the SAT tests this skill.

• An overview of the Quadratic formula (students must know this) and the discriminant and how it is applied on the SAT.

• Adding and Subtracting Polynomials and combining like terms.

• Review of multiplicities and polynomial graphs.

• Review of applications of quadratics as tested on the SAT.

Exponent rules, exponential equation properties, and applications.

• Simplifying, adding/subtracting, graphing, and multiplying/dividing rationals.

• Solving radical equations and rationalizing denominators.