Course topics.

Try this with Mathematics Standard 2

1. Compare the topic list with the current course outline from your school.
2. Pick a topic you can partly explain and identify the exact part you want to work through.
3. Bring one example of the kind of question or task your school uses.

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Topics in the resource inventory

• Exponential functions and growth/decay models
• Gradient, intercepts and the equation y = mx + b
• Quadratic and reciprocal relationships
• Solving simultaneous equations graphically and algebraically
• Applying the Cosine Rule to find sides and angles
• Applying the Sine Rule to find sides and angles
• Area formula using two sides and an included angle
• Solving problems using bearings and survey techniques
• Dividing quantities in a given ratio and scale drawing calculations
• Interpreting and calculating rates, and rate conversions
• Future Value and Present Value formulas for annuities
• Using FV/PV tables and spreadsheets to model annuities
• Reducing-balance loans and credit card calculations
• Simple interest formula and compound interest formula
• Activity networks: EST, LST, float and the critical path
• Definitions, Euler's formula and shortest path problems
• Constructing scatterplots and interpreting Pearson's correlation coefficient
• Least-squares regression line: equation, interpolation and extrapolation
• Calculating z-scores and applying the 68-95-99.7 rule
• Using z-scores to compare scores across different data sets