Intermediate Algebra

Catalog description

A course to prepare students for MTH 111 or MTH 112. Real numbers, polynomials, rational expressions, exponents and radicals, linear equations and inequalities, absolute values, complex numbers, rational equations, solution of quadratic equations by factoring and the quadratic formula, and linear functions, systems of linear equations, simple graphing techniques. Hours completed may be used only as elective credits toward graduation. A grade of C or better is required before proceeding to MTH 111 or MTH 112. Prerequisite: ACT mathematics score of at least 16 or MTH 021 with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.