Algebra 1 Essential Statements

1.   I can solve problems by simplifying exponents, operating with polynomials and factoring.

2.   I can use formulas and algebraic expressions to write and solve problems, including arithmetic and geometric series.

3.   I can write and solve problems using direct variation.

4.   I can use the midpoint and distance formula to solve problems.

5.   I can identify parallel and perpendicular lines and use them to solve problems.

6.   I can display and interpret data in matrix form.

7.   I can add and subtract matrices and multiply by a scalar.

8.   I can create linear models from data and use them to solve problems.

9.   I can use data and word problems to write linear functions and inequalities and use them to solve problems.   

10. I can graph, factor, and evaluate quadratic functions to solve word problems.

11. I can write systems of linear equations and inequalities and use them to solve problems.

12. I can graph and evaluate exponential functions to solve problems.