MAT 084 (Elementary Algebra-Part II)

This page was updated on: November 30, 2017.

Course Schedule:

Sec. 3G M T W Th 1:00-1:50 pm Room 201D

Sec. 3G meets from Tuesday 10/17/2017 through Thursday 12/07/2017.
Final exam date: Tuesday, 12/12/2017.

Sec. 5K M W 4:45-6:25 pm Room 201D

Sec. 5K meets from Wednesday 10/18/2017 through Wednesday 12/06/2017.
Final exam date: Monday 12/11/2017.

Prerequisites: MAT 083 or qualifying score on Math Placement Test.

Course Outline:

Applications of Linear Equations: Word Problems
Introduction to Set Operations
Inequalities and Their Applications
Absolute Value Equations
Formulas: Equations with Two or More Variables
Graphing Linear Equations in Two Variables

MyMathLab Access Code:

Be sure to use the correct access code for your section!

Sec. 3G (1:00 pm class) krader79967
Sec. 5K (4:45 pm class) krader71927

Important Announcements

Announcements will now be posted on the MyMathLab home page.

MyMathLab Required

MyMathLab, a Pearson Education "My Lab and Mastering" product, is an online, interactive learning environment that is required for homework and quizzes in this course.

To use MyMathLab you will need:

An access code, included with new editions of the textbook sold in the Morton College Bookstore or available for purchase separately in the Bookstore or online. Every student must have his/her own access code. If you already have a valid MyMathLab access code for the textbook used in this course, you do not need to buy another access code.
A computer with internet access (you may use computers on campus if you do not have internet access at home) and an email address that you check daily. The College provides an email address for every student if you do not already have one.

You should set up a MyMathLab account and register for this course on the first day of class in order to begin homework assignments and access the online textbook. See the documents immediately below for more information.

Registering for a New MyMathLab Course - For continuing users

Updated 08/01/2017 (Iss. 1.7)
Describes how continuing students register for the MyMathLab content associated with this course.

MyMathLab instructions - Short version v

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Introduction to MyMathLab - For new users

Updated 08/01/2017 (Iss. 4.0).
This document describes how to set up a MyMathLab account and begin using MyMathLab to do homework and take online quizzes. It also includes a brief description of some of the other features of MyMathLab along with tips to get the most out of MyMathLab.

MyMathLab instructions - Long version v

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Click here to access MyMathLab.

MyMathLab Access Codes: If you were using MyMathLab in MAT 083 with the same edition of the textbook, then you do not need to purchase a new access code.

Course Documentation

Please be sure to download the correct document for YOUR SECTION!

Course Syllabus - Fall 2017 - Sec. 3G (M T W Th 1:00 pm)

Syllabus - 201718 Fall - MAT 084 3G Iss

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Course Syllabus - Fall 2017 - Sec. 5K (M W 4:45 pm)

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First Week Checklist - Fall 2017 - Sec. 3G (M T W Th 1:00 pm)

Make sure you complete all of the items on this checklist during the first week of class in order to get off to a good start and not fall behind.

Week One Checklist - MAT 084 - 201718 Fa

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First Week Checklist - Fall 2017 - Sec. 5K (M W 4:45 pm)

Make sure you complete all of the items on this checklist during the first week of class in order to get off to a good start and not fall behind.

Week One Checklist - MAT 084 - 201718 Fa

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MAT 083 Final Exam Results Review Guide (for 7th ed. of textbook)

MAT 084 builds upon the topics that were discussed in MAT 083. Use this guide along with your final exam results summary to determine which MAT 083 topics to review as you begin MAT 084.

MAT 083 - Final Exam Results Review Guid

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Keys to Success

(Ver. 1.1. Updated 08/07/2012.)
A brief summary of suggestions to help you succeed in this course!

Keys to Success v 1-1 (08-2012).pdf

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Handouts and Other Documentation for

Sections 2.4-2.7 (including part of Sec. 1.1) and 9.2-9.3

Quizzes

Instructions for Taking Quizzes Online

Updated 08/02/2017 (Iss. 3.0a).
There will be six online quizzes - one at the end of each week except during the first and last weeks of the course. This handout describes how to take quizzes, learn from your mistakes and improve your grade.

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Exam Study Guides

Mid-Course Exam (Wednesday, November 15, 2017, in class)

BE SURE TO DOWNLOAD THE EXAM INFORMATION FOR YOUR SECTION.

Section 3G (1:00 pm class)

Topics: Sections 2.5-2.7, 9.2-9.3

Mid-Course Exam Study Guide for Section 3G (MTWTh 1:00 pm)

Information about the exam, including a "practice exam," additional review exercises, and suggested study strategies.

Exam 1 Study Guide - MAT 084 3G - 201718

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Summary of Topics in Secs. 2.5-2.7, 9.2-9.3

A summary of topics that may be covered on the mid-course exam.

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Section 5K (4:45 pm class)

Topics: Sections 2.4-2.7 (including part of 1.1), 9.2-9.3

Mid-Course Exam Study Guide for Section 5K (MW 4:45 pm)

Information about the exam, including a "practice exam," additional review exercises, and suggested study strategies.

Exam 1 Study Guide - MAT 084 5K - 201718

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Summary of Topics in Secs. 1.1, 2.4-2.7, 9.2-9.3

A summary of topics that may be covered on the mid-course exam.

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Final Exam

BE SURE TO DOWNLOAD THE EXAM INFORMATION FOR YOUR SECTION.

Section 3G (1:00 pm class): Tuesday, 12/12/2017, 1:00-1:50 pm.

Topics: The entire course.

Final Exam Study Guide for Section 3G (MTWTh 1:00 pm)

The Final Exam Study Guide contains information about the exam, additional review exercises and suggested study strategies.

Final Exam Study Guide - MAT 084 3G - 20

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Section 5K (4:45 pm class): Monday, 12/11/2017, 5:00-5:50 pm.

NOTE: The final exam will begin 15 minutes later than our normal class time.

Topics: The entire course.

Final Exam Study Guide for Section 5K (M W 4:45 pm)

The Final Exam Study Guide contains information about the exam, additional review exercises and suggested study strategies.

Final Exam Study Guide - MAT 084 5K - 20

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The Final Exam Practice Questions (below) are appropriate for both sections of MAT 084.

Summary of Topics Covered After the Mid-Course Exam (Chapter 3)

NOTE: The final exam will cover the ENTIRE COURSE.

Exam 2 - MAT 084 - Summary of Topics.pdf

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Final Exam - Practice Questions

Updated 05/2017 (for 7th ed. of textbook).

MAT084 Practice Questions - Revised 2017

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Final Exam - Answers to Practice Questions

Updated 05/2017 (for 7th ed. of textbook).

MAT084 Practice Answers - Revised 2017-0

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End-of-Course Information

End-of-Course Information

Describes how to register for your next math course, depending on whether or not you earned a passing grade in MAT 084.

End-of-Course Information - 201718 Fall

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Disclaimers

Class Attendance: Students are expected to attend every class, arriving on-time and staying for the entire class. All assignments, quizzes, exams and other changes will be announced in class. Students who miss class are responsible for finding out what they missed. Information may also be posted on this web site. However, delays in posting information on the web site or the student's inability to access the web site will not excuse late, incomplete or missing course work.

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