Pre-Calculus

- Term 2 Assignment

Ms. Han
shan@daltonschool.kr
HS Room 214
INTEREST PACKET
Exponential and Logarithmic Functions; Trigonometric Functions

Students will study a class of functions called exponential functions. Exponential functions are used in modeling many
real-world phenomena, such as the growth of a population or the growth of an investment that earns compound interest.
Once an exponential model is obtained, we can use the model to predict population size or calculate the amount of an
investment for any future date. Students will also study the trigonometric functions using the unit circle. The
trigonometric functions can be defined in two different but equivalent ways: as functions of real numbers or as functions
of angles. Students will study both approaches to solve different applications that require different approaches.

Topic Overview
Exponential Functions More Trigonometric Graphs
The Natural Exponential Function Inverse Trigonometric Functions and Their
Logarithmic Functions Graphs
Laws of Logarithms Angle Measure
Exponential and Logarithmic Equations Trigonometry of Right Triangles
Modeling with Exponential and Logarithmic Trigonometric Functions of Angles
Functions Inverse Trigonometric Functions and Triangles
The Unit Circle The Law of Sines
Trigonometric Functions of Real Numbers The Law of Cosines
Trigonometric Graphs

Essential Questions
What is the exponential function?
What is the inverse of the exponential function from both a numeric and geometric perspective?
Define angle of elevation.
Is it possible for two different angles to have the same reference angle?
Is it possible to find the area of a triangle if the side lengths are known, but the angles are not?
Reference Materials
J. Stewart, L. Redlin and S. Watson, Precalculus: Mathematics for Calculus, Sixth Edition. (2012: Cengage Learning,
Belmont, CA)

Skills Mastery Check

Interpreting Functions
Graph exponential and logarithmic functions, showing intercepts and end behavior, and trigonometric functions,
showing period, midline, and amplitude. (10.IF.7.e)
Compare properties of two functions each represented in a different way (algebraically, graphically, numerically
in tables, or by verbal descriptions). (10.IF.9)

Building Functions
Understand the inverse relationship between exponents and logarithms and use this relationship to solve problems
involving logarithms and exponents. (10.BF.5)

Linear, Quadratic, and Exponential Models

Prove that linear functions grow by equal differences over equal intervals, and that exponential functions grow by
equal factors over equal intervals. (10.LQEM.1.a)
For exponential models, express as a logarithm the solution to abct = d where a, c, and d are numbers and the base
b is 2, 10, or e; evaluate the logarithm using technology. Interpret expressions for functions in terms of the
situation they model. (10.LQEM.4)

Trigonometric Functions
Understand radian measure of an angle as the length of the arc on the unit circle subtended by the angle. (10.TF.1)
Explain how the unit circle in the coordinate plane enables the extension of trigonometric functions to all real
numbers, interpreted as radian measures of angles traversed counterclockwise around the unit circle. (10.TF.2)
Use special triangles to determine geometrically the values of sine, cosine, tangent for p/3, p/4 and p/6, and use
the unit circle to express the values of sine, cosines, and tangent for x, p + x, and 2p x in terms of their values
for x, where x is any real number. (10.TF.3)
Choose trigonometric functions to model periodic phenomena with specified amplitude, frequency, and midline.
(10.TF.5)
Understand that restricting a trigonometric function to a domain on which it is always increasing or always
decreasing allows its inverse to be constructed. (10.TF.6)
Use inverse functions to solve trigonometric equations that arise in modeling contexts; evaluate the solutions
using technology, and interpret them in terms of the context. (10.TF.7)
Prove the Pythagorean identity sin2(x) + cos2(x) = 1 and use it to find sin(x), cos(x), or tan(x) given sin(x), cos(x),
or tan(x) and the quadrant of the angle. (10.TF.8)
Use the Law of Sines to solve triangles and understand which cases are ambiguous and which cases are
unambiguous. (10.TF.9)
Use the Law of Cosines and use Herons Formula to find the area of a triangle. (10.TF.10)
LESSON OVERVIEW
Day Topics
1 4.1 Exponential Function
4.2 The Natural
2 Exponential Function
4.3 Logarithmic Functions
3
4.4 Laws of Logarithms
4 properties give logarithmic functions a wide
4.5 Exponential and
Logarithmic Equations
5
4.6 Modeling with
6 Exponential and
Logarithmic Functions
7 Chapter 4 Review
8 Chapter 4 Quiz
5.1 The Unit Circle
9
5.2 Trigonometric
10 Functions of Real
Numbers
5.3 Trigonometric Graphs
11
5.4 More Trigonometric
12 Graphs
5.5 Inverse Trigonometric
13 Functions and Their
Graphs
14 Chapter 5 Review
15 Chapter 5 Quiz
6.1 Angle Measure
16
6.2 Trigonometry of Right
17 Triangles
6.3 Trigonometric
18 Functions of Angles
Learning Objectives
Homework
Students will be able to
To define an exponential function including
what it means to raise a to an irrational number.
(10.LQEM.1.a)
To study the special base e which is convenient
for applications involving calculus.
(10.LQEM.4)
To study the inverse of exponential functions.
(10.IF.7.e)
To study properties of logarithms. These
range of applications. (10.BF.5)
To solve equations that involve exponential or
logarithmic functions. The techniques that
students develop here will be used to solve
applied problems. (10.IF.9)
To model with exponential and logarithmic
functions. (10.IF.9)
To explore some properties of the circle or
radius 1 centered at the origin. (10.TF.1)
To use properties of the unit circle to define the
trigonometric functions. (10.TF.2)
To graph the sine and cosine functions and
certain transformations of these functions.
(10.TF.5)
To graph the tangent, cotangent, secant, and
cosecant functions and transformations of these
functions. (10.TF.6)
To graph the inverse trigonometric functions.
(10.TF.7)
To define conterminal angles, arc lengths, and
linear and angular speed. (10.TF.1)
To define six trigonometric functions as ratios
of sides of right triangles and solve applications
that involve solving right triangles. (10.TF.3)
To find the reference angle for a given angle
and use the reference angle to evaluate
trigonometric functions. (10.TF.8)
 6.4 Inverse Trigonometric To define and evaluate the inverse sine, cosine,
19
Functions and Triangles and tangent functions. (10.TF.7)
6.5 The Law of Sines To use the Law of Sines to solve triangles and
20 understand which cases are ambiguous and
which cases are unambiguous. (10.TF.9)
6.6 The Law of Cosines To use the Law of Cosines to solve triangles and
21 to use Herons Formula to find the area of a
triangle. (10.TF.10)
22 Final Review
*The schedule above is tentative. Please check the classroom board and Google classroom for the updates.

Expansion Pack: Please speak to me if you are interested in additional exercises.

ASSESSMENT

Grading Breakdown

Chapter Quiz 20%

Final Exam (cumulative) 35%
Homework Assignment 15%
Class Assignment 15%
Participation 15%

Grading Rubric

Quizzes: The purpose of chapter quizzes is to keep all students on top of their learning throughout the term, and
also to provide guideline to study for the final exam. Work needs to be shown for each problem. Incorrect answers
but well-written work with simple calculation mistakes will earn partial credit. Cheating on a quiz or plagiarizing
in any way, shape, or form is not acceptable and will result in an F and possible disciplinary action.

Homework: Students will be assigned homework every class and they are to have completed it by the following
class unless specific instructions are given. Students should take an average one hour to complete their homework.
Homework will be mostly graded by completion-base. Complete work earns full point, incomplete work earns half
point, and no or little work earns zero point. Late homework will be not accepted. Students who are absent on the
due date of an assignment, they must turn their homework in on the next following class day to be accepted for
credit. Homework must be done independently in which no show of work will be considered incorrect.

Class Assignment: Class assignments will be given to students throughout the term. Each class assignment worth
10 points and this will be graded based on the corrections. Class assignments may include problem sets,
worksheets or group activities. Most class assignments will be done in class. If a student is absent when class
assignment is given, he/she has to make up when he/she returns to school.

Participation: A typical class will be combination of whole class instruction led by the teacher and group work
led by students. Students are expected to pay undivided attention to teacher during whole class instruction, and
active involvement with group mates during group work time. Failure to meet these expectations will result
penalty in participation points.

Materials
Students will need a textbook, three notebooks, pencils (no work in pen will be accepted), erasers, highlighters,
color pens, and a graphing calculator in every class.

Important Dates
Chapter 4 Quiz on Day 8 (Thursday, November 2nd)
Chapter 4 Quiz Review (Lab)
- Green on Tuesday, November 7th
- Blue on Wednesday, November 8th
- Black on Thursday, November 9th
Chapter 5 Quiz on Day 15 (Monday, November 20th)
- 10A in class on Thursday, November 23th
- 10B during LAB on Wednesday, November 22nd
- 10C in class on Thursday, November 23th
PROGRESS MONITOR
Use below table to keep track of your progress throughout the school year.

Accomplishment Table

Assessment Title Weight Due Date Points Earned Percentage Earned

/ Points Possible
Chapter Quiz 20% /

Final Exam (Cumulative) 35% /

Homework Assignment 15% N/A /

Class Assignment 15% N/A /

Participation 15% N/A /

Overall

** You are expected to bring your term assignments and utilize them in every class.