Mathematics 050

Precollege Mathematics I

Credit hours: 5
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Prerequisites: Code T on Math Placement Test

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Course Objectives: Mathematics 050 is designed to meet the needs of students at The Ohio State University at the lowest placement, course code T. This course will prepare students for 075 or 104. Math conditions are removed by completion of 050, 075 or 104.

Course Content: Arithmetic of fractions and decimals, basic algebra, graphing equations, geometry, exponents, applications of exponents, liens and slopes, area. Follow up course: Math 075 or Math 104. Topics List: Review of arithmetic, fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals; the number line - rational and real numbers; Properties of numbers; Arithmetic of signed numbers, properties of real numbers; Exponents - integral exponents and rational exponents (numerically); Word problems, Solving linear equations and linear inequalities; Applied problems and formulas; Scientific notation; Graphs of equations; Linear equalities, slope; Basic geometric figures and areas; Extensive use of calculators.

Method of Presentation: Lecture

Method of Evaluation: Grades based on midterms and final, and possibly on quizzes and homework.

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