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Virginia State Standards Alignment: 9-12

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Algebra 1

Algebra 2

Geometry

Trigonometry

 

 


 

 

Algebra 1

 
A.EO.1The student will represent verbal quantitative situations algebraically and evaluate these expressions for given replacement values of the variables.
A.EO.1.aTranslate between verbal quantitative situations and algebraic expressions, including contextual situations.
A.EO.1.bEvaluate algebraic expressions which include absolute value, square roots, and cube roots for given replacement values to include rational numbers, without rationalizing the denominator.
A.EO.2The student will perform operations on and factor polynomial expressions in one variable.
A.EO.2.aDetermine sums and differences of polynomial expressions in one variable, using a variety of strategies, including concrete objects and their related pictorial and symbolic models.
A.EO.2.bDetermine the product of polynomial expressions in one variable, using a variety of strategies, including concrete objects and their related pictorial and symbolic models, the application of the distributive property, and the use of area models. The factors should be limited to five or fewer terms (e.g., (4x + 2)(3x + 5) represents four terms and (x + 1)(2x2 + x + 3) represents five terms).
A.EO.2.cFactor completely first- and second-degree polynomials in one variable with integral coefficients. After factoring out the greatest common factor (GCF), leading coefficients should have no more than four factors.
A.EO.2.dDetermine the quotient of polynomials, using a monomial or binomial divisor, or a completely factored divisor.
A.EO.2.eRepresent and demonstrate equality of quadratic expressions in different forms (e.g., concrete, verbal, symbolic, and graphical).
A.EO.3The student will derive and apply the laws of exponents.
A.EO.3.aDerive the laws of exponents through explorations of patterns, to include products, quotients, and powers of bases.
A.EO.3.bSimplify multivariable expressions and ratios of monomial expressions in which the exponents are integers, using the laws of exponents.
A.EO.4The student will simplify and determine equivalent radical expressions involving square roots of whole numbers and cube roots of integers.
A.EO.4.aSimplify and determine equivalent radical expressions involving the square root of a whole number in simplest form.
A.EO.4.bSimplify and determine equivalent radical expressions involving the cube root of an integer.
A.EO.4.cAdd, subtract, and multiply radicals, limited to numeric square and cube root expressions.
A.EO.4.dGenerate equivalent numerical expressions and justify their equivalency for radicals using rational exponents, limited to rational exponents of 1/2 and 1/3 (e.g., √5 = 5^(1/2); _8=8^(1/3) = (2^3 )^(1/3) = 2).
A.EI.1The student will represent, solve, explain, and interpret the solution to multistep linear equations and inequalities in one variable and literal equations for a specified variable.
A.EI.1.aWrite a linear equation or inequality in one variable to represent a contextual situation.
A.EI.1.bSolve multistep linear equations in one variable, including those in contextual situations, by applying the properties of real numbers and/or properties of equality.
A.EI.1.cSolve multistep linear inequalities in one variable algebraically and graph the solution set on a number line, including those in contextual situations, by applying the properties of real numbers and/or properties of inequality.
A.EI.1.dRearrange a formula or literal equation to solve for a specified variable by applying the properties of equality.
A.EI.1.eDetermine if a linear equation in one variable has one solution, no solution, or an infinite number of solutions.
A.EI.1.fVerify possible solution(s) to multistep linear equations and inequalities in one variable algebraically, graphically, and with technology to justify the reasonableness of the answer(s). Explain the solution method and interpret solutions for problems given in context.
A.EI.2The student will represent, solve, explain, and interpret the solution to a system of two linear equations, a linear inequality in two variables, or a system of two linear inequalities in two variables.
A.EI.2.aCreate a system of two linear equations in two variables to represent a contextual situation.
A.EI.2.bApply the properties of real numbers and/or properties of equality to solve a system of two linear equations in two variables, algebraically and graphically.
A.EI.2.cDetermine whether a system of two linear equations has one solution, no solution, or an infinite number of solutions.
A.EI.2.dCreate a linear inequality in two variables to represent a contextual situation.
A.EI.2.eRepresent the solution of a linear inequality in two variables graphically on a coordinate plane.
A.EI.2.fCreate a system of two linear inequalities in two variables to represent a contextual situation.
A.EI.2.gRepresent the solution set of a system of two linear inequalities in two variables, graphically on a coordinate plane.
A.EI.2.hVerify possible solution(s) to a system of two linear equations, a linear inequality in two variable, or a system of two linear inequalities algebraically, graphically, and with technology to justify the reasonableness of the answer(s). Explain the solution method and interpret solutions for problems given in context.
A.EI.3The student will represent, solve, and interpret the solution to a quadratic equation in one variable.
A.EI.3.aSolve a quadratic equation in one variable over the set of real numbers with rational or irrational solutions, including those that can be used to solve contextual problems.
A.EI.3.bDetermine and justify if a quadratic equation in one variable has no real solutions, one real solution, or two real solutions.
A.EI.3.cVerify possible solution(s) to a quadratic equation in one variable algebraically, graphically, and with technology to justify the reasonableness of answer(s). Explain the solution method and interpret solutions for problems given in context.
A.F.1The student will investigate, analyze, and compare linear functions algebraically and graphically, and model linear relationships.
A.F.1.aDetermine and identify the domain, range, zeros, slope, and intercepts of a linear function, presented algebraically or graphically, including the interpretation of these characteristics in contextual situations.
A.F.1.bInvestigate and explain how transformations to the parent function y = x affects the rate of change (slope) and the y-intercept of a linear function.
A.F.1.cWrite equivalent algebraic forms of linear functions, including slope-intercept form, standard form, and point-slope form, and analyze and interpret the information revealed by each form.
A.F.1.dWrite the equation of a linear function to model a linear relationship between two quantities, including those that can represent contextual situations. Writing the equation of a linear function will include the following situations:
i) given the graph of a line;
ii) given two points on the line whose coordinates are integers;
iii) given the slope and a point on the line whose coordinates are integers;
A.F.1.eWrite the equation of a line parallel or perpendicular to a given line through a given point.
A.F.1.fGraph a linear function in two variables, with and without the use of technology, including those that can represent contextual situations.
A.F.1.gFor any value, x, in the domain of f, determine f(x), and determine x given any value f(x) in the range of f, given an algebraic or graphical representation of a linear function.
A.F.1.hCompare and contrast the characteristics of linear functions represented algebraically, graphically, in tables, and in contextual situations.
A.F.2The student will investigate, analyze, and compare characteristics of functions, including quadratic, and exponential functions, and model quadratic and exponential relationships.
A.F.2.aDetermine whether a relation, represented by a set of ordered pairs, a table, a mapping, or a graph is a function; for relations that are functions, determine the domain and range.
A.F.2.bGiven an equation or graph, determine key characteristics of a quadratic function including x-intercepts (zeros), y-intercept, vertex (maximum or minimum), and domain and range (including when restricted by context); interpret key characteristics as related to contextual situations, where applicable.
A.F.2.cGraph a quadratic function, f(x), in two variables using a variety of strategies, including transformations f(x) + k and kf(x), where k is limited to rational values.
A.F.2.dMake connections between the algebraic (standard and factored forms) and graphical representation of a quadratic function.
A.F.2.eGiven an equation or graph of an exponential function in the form y = abx (where b is limited to a natural number), interpret key characteristics, including y-intercepts and domain and range; interpret key characteristics as related to contextual situations, where applicable.
A.F.2.fGraph an exponential function, f(x), in two variables using a variety of strategies, including transformations f(x) + k and kf(x), where k is limited to rational values.
A.F.2.gFor any value, x, in the domain of f, determine f(x) of a quadratic or exponential function. Determine x given any value f(x) in the range of f of a quadratic function. Explain the meaning of x and f(x) in context.
A.F.2.hCompare and contrast the key characteristics of linear functions (f(x) = x), quadratic functions (f(x) = x2), and exponential functions (f(x) = bx) using tables and graphs.
A.ST.1The student will apply the data cycle (formulate questions; collect or acquire data; organize and represent data; and analyze data and communicate results) with a focus on representing bivariate data in scatterplots and determining the curve of best fit using linear and quadratic functions.
A.ST.1.aFormulate investigative questions that require the collection or acquisition of bivariate data.
A.ST.1.bDetermine what variables could be used to explain a given contextual problem or situation or answer investigative questions.
A.ST.1.cDetermine an appropriate method to collect a representative sample, which could include a simple random sample, to answer an investigative question.
A.ST.1.dGiven a table of ordered pairs or a scatterplot representing no more than 30 data points, use available technology to determine whether a linear or quadratic function would represent the relationship, and if so, determine the equation of the curve of best fit.
A.ST.1.eUse linear and quadratic regression methods available through technology to write a linear or quadratic function that represents the data where appropriate and describe the strengths and weaknesses of the model.
A.ST.1.fUse a linear model to predict outcomes and evaluate the strength and validity of these predictions, including through the use of technology.
A.ST.1.gInvestigate and explain the meaning of the rate of change (slope) and y-intercept (constant term) of a linear model in context.
A.ST.1.hAnalyze relationships between two quantitative variables revealed in a scatterplot.
A.ST.1.iMake conclusions based on the analysis of a set of bivariate data and communicate the results.

 

 

 

Algebra 2


 

 

A2.EO.1The student will perform operations on and simplify rational expressions.
A2.EO.1.aAdd, subtract, multiply, or divide rational algebraic expressions, simplifying the result.
A2.EO.1.bJustify and determine equivalent rational algebraic expressions with monomial and binomial factors. Algebraic expressions should be limited to linear and quadratic expressions.
A2.EO.1.cRecognize a complex algebraic fraction and simplify it as a product or quotient of simple algebraic fractions.
A2.EO.1.dRepresent and demonstrate equivalence of rational expressions written in different forms.
A2.EO.2The student will perform operations on and simplify radical expressions.
A2.EO.2.aSimplify and determine equivalent radical expressions that include numeric and algebraic radicands.
A2.EO.2.bAdd, subtract, multiply, and divide radical expressions that include numeric and algebraic radicands, simplifying the result. Simplification may include rationalizing the denominator.
A2.EO.2.cConvert between radical expressions and expressions containing rational exponents.
A2.EO.3The student will perform operations on polynomial expressions in two or more variables and factor polynomial expressions in one and two variables.
A2.EO.3.aDetermine sums, differences, and products of polynomials in one and two variables.
A2.EO.3.bFactor polynomials completely in one and two variables with no more than four terms over the set of integers.
A2.EO.3.cDetermine the quotient of polynomials in two or more variables, using monomial, binomial, and factorable trinomial divisors.
A2.EO.3.dRepresent and demonstrate equality of polynomial expressions written in different forms and verify polynomial identities including the difference of squares, sum and difference of cubes, and perfect square trinomials.
A2.EO.4The student will perform operations on complex numbers.
A2.EO.4.aExplain the meaning of i.
A2.EO.4.bIdentify equivalent radical expressions containing negative rational numbers and expressions in a + bi form.
A2.EO.4.cApply properties to add, subtract, and multiply complex numbers.
A2.EI.1The student will represent, solve, and interpret the solution to absolute value equations and inequalities in one variable.
A2.EI.1.aCreate an absolute value equation in one variable to model a contextual situation.
A2.EI.1.bSolve an absolute value equation in one variable algebraically and verify the solution graphically.
A2.EI.1.cCreate an absolute value inequality in one variable to model a contextual situation.
A2.EI.1.dSolve an absolute value inequality in one variable and represent the solution set using set notation, interval notation, and using a number line.
A2.EI.1.eVerify possible solution(s) to absolute value equations and inequalities in one variable algebraically, graphically, and with technology to justify the reasonableness of answer(s). Explain the solution method and interpret solutions for problems given in context.
A2.EI.2The student will represent, solve, and interpret the solution to quadratic equations in one variable over the set of complex numbers and solve quadratic inequalities in one variable.
A2.EI.2.aCreate a quadratic equation or inequality in one variable to model a contextual situation.
A2.EI.2.bSolve a quadratic equation in one variable over the set of complex numbers algebraically.
A2.EI.2.cDetermine the solution to a quadratic inequality in one variable over the set of real numbers algebraically.
A2.EI.2.dVerify possible solution(s) to quadratic equations or inequalities in one variable algebraically, graphically, and with technology to justify the reasonableness of answer(s). Explain the solution method and interpret solutions for problems given in context.
A2.EI.3The student will solve a system of equations in two variables containing a quadratic expression.
A2.EI.3.aCreate a linear-quadratic or quadratic-quadratic system of equations to model a contextual situation.
A2.EI.3.bDetermine the number of solutions to a linear-quadratic and quadratic-quadratic system of equations in two variables.
A2.EI.3.cSolve a linear-quadratic and quadratic-quadratic system of equations algebraically and graphically, including situations in context.
A2.EI.3.dVerify possible solution(s) to linear-quadratic or quadratic-quadratic system of equations algebraically, graphically, and with technology to justify the reasonableness of answer(s). Explain the solution method and interpret solutions for problems given in context.
A2.EI.4The student will represent, solve, and interpret the solution to an equation containing rational algebraic expressions.
A2.EI.4.aCreate an equation containing a rational expression to model a contextual situation.
A2.EI.4.bSolve rational equations with real solutions containing factorable algebraic expressions algebraically and graphically. Algebraic expressions should be limited to linear and quadratic expressions.
A2.EI.4.cVerify possible solution(s) to rational equations algebraically, graphically, and with technology to justify the reasonableness of answer(s). Explain the solution method and interpret solutions for problems given in context.
A2.EI.4.dJustify why a possible solution to an equation containing a rational expression might be extraneous.
A2.EI.5The student will represent, solve, and interpret the solution to an equation containing a radical expression.
A2.EI.5.aSolve an equation containing no more than one radical expression algebraically and graphically.
A2.EI.5.bVerify possible solution(s) to radical equations algebraically, graphically, and with technology, to justify the reasonableness of answer(s). Explain the solution method and interpret solutions for problems given in context.
A2.EI.5.cJustify why a possible solution to an equation with a square root might be extraneous.
A2.EI.6The student will represent, solve, and interpret the solution to a polynomial equation.
A2.EI.6.aDetermine a factored form of a polynomial equation, of degree three or higher, given its zeros or the x-intercepts of the graph of its related function.
A2.EI.6.bDetermine the number and type of solutions (real or imaginary) of a polynomial equation of degree three or higher.
A2.EI.6.cSolve a polynomial equation over the set of complex numbers.
A2.EI.6.dVerify possible solution(s) to polynomial equations of degree three or higher algebraically, graphically, and with technology to justify the reasonableness of answer(s). Explain the solution method and interpret solutions in context.
A2.F.1The student will investigate, analyze, and compare square root, cube root, rational, exponential, and logarithmic function families, algebraically and graphically, using transformations.
A2.F.1.aDistinguish between the graphs of parent functions for square root, cube root, rational, exponential, and logarithmic function families.
A2.F.1.bb) Write the equation of a square root, cube root, rational, exponential, and logarithmic function, given a graph, using transformations of the parent function, including 
f(x) + k; f(kx); f(x + k); and kf(x), where k is limited to rational values. Transformations of exponential and logarithmic functions, given a graph, should be limited to a single transformation.
A2.F.1.cGraph a square root, cube root, rational, exponential, and logarithmic function, given the equation, using transformations of the parent function including f(x) + k; f(kx); f(x + k); and kf(x), where k is limited to rational values. Use technology to verify transformations of the functions.
A2.F.1.dDetermine when two variables are directly proportional, inversely proportional, or neither, given a table of values. Write an equation and create a graph to represent a direct or inverse variation, including situations in context.
A2.F.1.eCompare and contrast the graphs, tables, and equations of square root, cube root, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions.
A2.F.2The student will investigate and analyze characteristics of square root, cube root, rational, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and piecewise-defined functions algebraically and graphically.
A2.F.2.aDetermine and identify the domain, range, zeros, and intercepts of a function presented algebraically or graphically, including graphs with discontinuities.
A2.F.2.bCompare and contrast the characteristics of square root, cube root, rational, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and piecewise-defined functions.
A2.F.2.cDetermine the intervals on which the graph of a function is increasing, decreasing, or constant.
A2.F.2.dDetermine the location and value of absolute (global) maxima and absolute (global) minima of a function.
A2.F.2.eDetermine the location and value of relative (local) maxima or relative (local) minima of a function.
A2.F.2.fFor any value, x, in the domain of f, determine f(x) using a graph or equation. Explain the meaning of x and f(x) in context, where applicable.
A2.F.2.gDescribe the end behavior of a function.
A2.F.2.hDetermine the equations of any vertical and horizontal asymptotes of a function using a graph or equation (rational, exponential, and logarithmic).
A2.F.2.iDetermine the inverse of a function algebraically and graphically, given the equation of a linear or quadratic function (linear, quadratic, and square root). Justify and explain why two functions are inverses of each other.
A2.F.2.jGraph the inverse of a function as a reflection over the line y = x.
A2.F.2.kDetermine the composition of two functions algebraically and graphically.
A2.ST.1The student will apply the data cycle (formulate questions; collect or acquire data; organize and represent data; and analyze data and communicate results) with a focus on univariate quantitative data represented by a smooth curve, including a normal curve.
A2.ST.1.aFormulate investigative questions that require the collection or acquisition of a large set of univariate quantitative data or summary statistics of a large set of univariate quantitative data and investigate questions using a data cycle.
A2.ST.1.bCollect or acquire univariate data through research, or using surveys, observations, scientific experiments, polls, or questionnaires.
A2.ST.1.cExamine the shape of a data set (skewed versus symmetric) that can be represented by a histogram, and sketch a smooth curve to model the distribution.
A2.ST.1.dIdentify the properties of a normal distribution.
A2.ST.1.eDescribe and interpret a data distribution represented by a smooth curve by analyzing measures of center, measures of spread, and shape of the curve.
A2.ST.1.fCalculate and interpret the z-score for a value in a data set.
A2.ST.1.gCompare two data points from two different distributions using z-scores.
A2.ST.1.hDetermine the solution to problems involving the relationship of the mean, standard deviation, and z-score of a data set represented by a smooth or normal curve.
A2.ST.1.iApply the Empirical Rule to answer investigative questions.
A2.ST.1.jCompare multiple data distributions using measures of center, measures of spread, and shape of the distributions.
A2.ST.2The student will apply the data cycle (formulate questions; collect or acquire data; organize and represent data; and analyze data and communicate results) with a focus on representing bivariate data in scatterplots and determining the curve of best fit using linear, quadratic, exponential, or a combination of these functions.
A2.ST.2.aFormulate investigative questions that require the collection or acquisition of bivariate data and investigate questions using a data cycle.
A2.ST.2.bCollect or acquire bivariate data through research, or using surveys, observations, scientific experiments, polls, or questionnaires.
A2.ST.2.cRepresent bivariate data with a scatterplot using technology.
A2.ST.2.dDetermine whether the relationship between two quantitative variables is best approximated by a linear, quadratic, exponential, or a combination of these functions.
A2.ST.2.eDetermine the equation(s) of the function(s) that best models the relationship between two variables using technology. Curves of best fit may include a combination of linear, quadratic, or exponential (piecewise-defined) functions.
A2.ST.2.fUse the correlation coefficient to designate the goodness of fit of a linear function using technology.
A2.ST.2.gMake predictions, decisions, and critical judgments using data, scatterplots, or the equation(s) of the mathematical model.
A2.ST.2.hEvaluate the reasonableness of a mathematical model of a contextual situation.
A2.ST.3The student will compute and distinguish between permutations and combinations.
A2.ST.3.aCompare and contrast permutations and combinations to count the number of ways that events can occur.
A2.ST.3.bCalculate the number of permutations of n objects taken r at a time.
A2.ST.3.cCalculate the number of combinations of n objects taken r at a time.
A2.ST.3.dUse permutations and combinations as counting techniques to solve contextual problems.
A2.ST.3.eCalculate and verify permutations and combinations using technology.
 

 


 

 

Geometry

G.RLT.1The student will translate logic statements, identify conditional statements, and use and interpret Venn diagrams.
G.RLT.1.aTranslate propositional statements and compound statements into symbolic form, including negations (~p, read "not p"), conjunctions (p ∧ q, read "p and q"), disjunctions (p ∨ q, read "p or q"), conditionals (p → q, read "if p then q"), and biconditionals (p ↔ q, read "p if and only if q"), including statements representing geometric relationships.
G.RLT.1.bIdentify and determine the validity of the converse, inverse, and contrapositive of a conditional statement, and recognize the connection between a biconditional statement and a true conditional statement with a true converse, including statements representing geometric relationships.
G.RLT.1.cUse Venn diagrams to represent set relationships, including union, intersection, subset, and negation.
G.RLT.1.dInterpret Venn diagrams, including those representing contextual situations.
G.RLT.2The student will analyze, prove, and justify the relationships of parallel lines cut by a transversal.
G.RLT.2.aProve and justify angle pair relationships formed by two parallel lines and a transversal, including:
i) corresponding angles;
ii) alternate interior angles;
iii) alternate exterior angles; 
iv) same-side (consecutive) interior angles; and 
v) same-side (consecutive) exterior angles.
G.RLT.2.bProve two or more lines are parallel given angle measurements expressed numerically or algebraically.
G.RLT.2.cSolve problems by using the relationships between pairs of angles formed by the intersection of two parallel lines and a transversal.
G.RLT.3The student will solve problems, including contextual problems, involving symmetry and transformation.
G.RLT.3.aLocate, count, and draw lines of symmetry given a figure, including figures in context.
G.RLT.3.bDetermine whether a figure has point symmetry, line symmetry, both, or neither, including figures in context.
G.RLT.3.cGiven an image or preimage, identify the transformation or combination of transformations that has/have occurred. Transformations include:
i) translations;
ii) reflections over any horizontal or vertical line or the lines y = x or y = -x;
iii) clockwise or counterclockwise rotations of 90°, 180°, 270°, or 360° on a coordinate grid where the center of rotation is limited to the origin; and
iv) dilations, from a fixed point on a coordinate grid.
G.TR.1The student will determine the relationships between the measures of angles and lengths of sides in triangles, including problems in context.
G.TR.1.aGiven the lengths of three segments, determine whether a triangle could be formed.
G.TR.1.bGiven the lengths of two sides of a triangle, determine the range in which the length of the third side must lie.
G.TR.1.cOrder the sides of a triangle by their lengths when given information about the measures of the angles.
G.TR.1.dOrder the angles of a triangle by their measures when given information about the lengths of the sides.
G.TR.1.eSolve for interior and exterior angles of a triangle, when given two angles.
G.TR.2The student will, given information in the form of a figure or statement, prove and justify two triangles are congruent using direct and indirect proofs, and solve problems involving measured attributes of congruent triangles.
G.TR.2.aUse definitions, postulates, and theorems (including Side-Side-Side (SSS); Side-Angle-Side (SAS); Angle-Side-Angle (ASA); Angle-Angle-Side (AAS); and Hypotenuse-Leg (HL)) to prove and justify two triangles are congruent.
G.TR.2.bUse algebraic methods to prove that two triangles are congruent.
G.TR.2.cUse coordinate methods, such as the slope formula and the distance formula, to prove two triangles are congruent.
G.TR.2.dGiven a triangle, use congruent segment, congruent angle, and/or perpendicular line constructions to create a congruent triangle (SSS, SAS, ASA, AAS, and HL).
G.TR.3The student will, given information in the form of a figure or statement, prove and justify two triangles are similar using direct and indirect proofs, and solve problems, including those in context, involving measured attributes of similar triangles.
G.TR.3.aUse definitions, postulates, and theorems (including Side-Angle-Side (SAS); Side-Side-Side (SSS); and Angle-Angle (AA)) to prove and justify that triangles are similar.
G.TR.3.bUse algebraic methods to prove that triangles are similar.
G.TR.3.cUse coordinate methods, such as the slope formula and the distance formula, to prove two triangles are similar.
G.TR.3.dDescribe a sequence of transformations that can be used to verify similarity of triangles located in the same plane.
G.TR.3.eSolve problems, including those in context involving attributes of similar triangles.
G.TR.4The student will model and solve problems, including those in context, involving trigonometry in right triangles and applications of the Pythagorean Theorem.
G.TR.4.aDetermine whether a triangle formed with three given lengths is a right triangle.
G.TR.4.bFind and verify trigonometric ratios using right triangles.
G.TR.4.cModel and solve problems, including those in context, involving right triangle trigonometry (sine, cosine, and tangent ratios).
G.TR.4.dSolve problems using the properties of special right triangles.
G.TR.4.eSolve for missing lengths in geometric figures, using properties of 45°-45°-90° triangles, where rationalizing denominators may be necessary.
G.TR.4.fSolve for missing lengths in geometric figures, using properties of 30°-60°-90° triangles, where rationalizing denominators may be necessary.
G.TR.4.gSolve problems, including those in context, involving right triangles using the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse, including recognizing Pythagorean Triples.
G.PC.1The student will prove and justify theorems and properties of quadrilaterals, and verify and use properties of quadrilaterals to solve problems, including the relationships between the sides, angles, and diagonals.
G.PC.1.aSolve problems, using the properties specific to parallelograms, rectangles, rhombi, squares, isosceles trapezoids, and trapezoids.
G.PC.1.bProve and justify that quadrilaterals have specific properties, using coordinate and algebraic methods, such as the slope formula, the distance formula, and the midpoint formula.
G.PC.1.cProve and justify theorems and properties of quadrilaterals using deductive reasoning.
G.PC.1.dUse congruent segment, congruent angle, angle bisector, perpendicular line, and/or parallel line constructions to verify properties of quadrilaterals.
G.PC.2The student will verify relationships and solve problems involving the number of sides and angles of convex polygons.
G.PC.2.aSolve problems involving the number of sides of a regular polygon given the measures of the interior and exterior angles of the polygon.
G.PC.2.bJustify the relationship between the sum of the measures of the interior and exterior angles of a convex polygon and solve problems involving the sum of the measures of the angles.
G.PC.2.cJustify the relationship between the measure of each interior and exterior angle of a regular polygon and solve problems involving the measures of the angles.
G.PC.3The student will solve problems, including those in context, by applying properties of circles.
G.PC.3.aDetermine the proportional relationship between the arc length or area of a sector and other parts of a circle.
G.PC.3.bSolve for arc measures and angles in a circle formed by central angles.
G.PC.3.cSolve for arc measures and angles in a circle involving inscribed angles.
G.PC.3.dCalculate the length of an arc of a circle.
G.PC.3.eCalculate the area of a sector of a circle.
G.PC.3.fApply arc length or sector area to solve for an unknown measurement of the circle including the radius, diameter, arc measure, central angle, arc length, or sector area.
G.PC.4The student will solve problems in the coordinate plane involving equations of circles.
G.PC.4.aDerive the equation of a circle of given the center and radius using the Pythagorean Theorem.
G.PC.4.bSolve problems in the coordinate plane involving equations of circles:
i) given a graph or the equation of a circle in standard form, identify the coordinates of the center of the circle;
ii) given the coordinates of the endpoints of a diameter of a circle, determine the coordinates of the center of the circle.
iii) given a graph or the equation of a circle in standard form, identify the length of the radius or diameter of the circle.
iv) given the coordinates of the endpoints of the diameter of a circle, determine the length of the radius or diameter of the circle.
v) given the coordinates of the center and the coordinates of a point on the circle, determine the length of the radius or diameter of the circle; and
vi) given the coordinates of the center and length of the radius of a circle, identify the coordinates of a point(s) on the circle.
G.PC.4.cDetermine the equation of a circle given:
i) a graph of a circle with a center with coordinates that are integers;
ii) coordinates of the center and a point on the circle;
iii) coordinates of the center and the length of the radius or diameter; and
iv) coordinates of the endpoints of a diameter.
G.DF.1The student will create models and solve problems, including those in context, involving surface area and volume of rectangular and triangular prisms, cylinders, cones, pyramids, and spheres.
G.DF.1.aIdentify the shape of a two-dimensional cross section of a three-dimensional figure.
G.DF.1.bCreate models and solve problems, including those in context, involving surface area of three-dimensional figures, as well as composite three-dimensional figures.
G.DF.1.cSolve multistep problems, including those in context, involving volume of three-dimensional figures, as well as composite three-dimensional figures.
G.DF.1.dDetermine unknown measurements of three-dimensional figures using information such as length of a side, area of a face, or volume.
G.DF.2The student will determine the effect of changing one or more dimensions of a three-dimensional geometric figure and describe the relationship between the original and changed figure.
G.DF.2.aDescribe how changes in one or more dimensions of a figure affect other derived measures (perimeter, area, total surface area, and volume) of the figure.
G.DF.2.bDescribe how changes in surface area and/or volume of a figure affect the measures of one or more dimensions of the figure.
G.DF.2.cSolve problems, including those in context, involving changing the dimensions or derived measures of a three-dimensional figure.
G.DF.2.dCompare ratios between side lengths, perimeters, areas, and volumes of similar figures.
G.DF.2.eRecognize when two- and three-dimensional figures are similar and solve problems, including those in context, involving attributes of similar geometric figures.
 

 


 

 

Trigonometry

T.TT.1The student will determine the sine, cosine, tangent, cotangent, secant, and cosecant of the acute angles in a right triangle and use these ratios to solve for missing sides and angle measures, including application in contextual problems.
T.TT.1.aDefine and represent the six triangular trigonometric ratios (sine, cosine, tangent, cosecant, secant, and cotangent) of an angle in a right triangle.
T.TT.1.bDescribe the relationships between side lengths in special right triangles (30°-60°-90° and 45°-45°-90°).
T.TT.1.cUse the trigonometric functions, the Pythagorean Theorem, the Law of Sines, and the Law of Cosines to solve contextual problems.
T.TT.1.dRepresent and solve contextual problems involving right triangles, including problems involving angles of elevation and depression.
T.TT.2The student will find the area of any triangle and solve for the lengths of the sides and measures of the angles in a non-right triangle using the Law of Sines and the Law of Cosines.
T.TT.2.aApply the Law of Sines, and the Law of Cosines, as appropriate, to find missing sides and angles in non-right triangles.
T.TT.2.bRecognize the ambiguous case when applying the Law of Sines and the potential for two triangle solutions in some situations.
T.TT.2.cSolve problems that integrate the use of the Law of Sines and the Law of Cosines and the triangle area formula (Area = 1/2absinC, where a and b are triangle sides and C is the included angle) to find the area of any triangle, including those in contextual problems.
T.CT.1The student will determine the degree and radian measure of angles; sketch angles in standard position on a coordinate plane; and determine the sine, cosine, tangent, cosecant, secant, and cotangent of an angle, given a point on the terminal side of an angle in standard position or the value of a trigonometric function of the angle.
T.CT.1.aDefine a radian as a unit of angle measure and determine the relationship between the radian measure of an angle and the length of the intercepted arc in a circle.
T.CT.1.bDetermine the degree and radian measure of angles to include both negative and positive rotations in the coordinate plane.
T.CT.1.cFind both positive and negative coterminal angles for a given angle.
T.CT.1.dIdentify the quadrant or axis in/on which the terminal side of an angle lies.
T.CT.1.eDraw a reference right triangle when given a point on the terminal side of an angle in standard position.
T.CT.1.fDraw a reference right triangle when given the value of a trigonometric function of an angle (sine, cosine, tangent, cosecant, secant, and cotangent).
T.CT.1.gDetermine the value of any trigonometric function (sine, cosine, tangent, cosecant, secant, and cotangent) when given a point on the terminal side of an angle in standard position.
T.CT.1.hGiven one trigonometric function value, determine the other five trigonometric function values.
T.CT.1.iCalculate the length of an arc of a circle in radians.
T.CT.1.jCalculate the area of a sector of a circle.
T.CT.2The student will develop and apply the properties of the unit circle in degrees and radians.
T.CT.2.aConvert between radian and degree measure of special angles of the unit circle without the use of technology.
T.CT.2.bDefine the six circular trigonometric functions of an angle in standard position on the unit circle.
T.CT.2.cApply knowledge of right triangle trigonometry, special right triangles, and the properties of the unit circle to determine trigonometric functions values of special angles (0°, 30°, 45°, 60°, and 90°) and their related angles in degree and radians without the use of technology.
T.GT.1The student will graph and analyze trigonometric functions and apply trigonometric functions to represent periodic phenomena.
T.GT.1.aSketch the graph of the six parent trigonometric functions (sine, cosine, tangent, cosecant, secant, and cotangent) for at least a two-period interval.
T.GT.1.bDetermine the domain and range, amplitude, period, and asymptote locations for a trigonometric function, given a graph or an equation.
T.GT.1.cDescribe the effects of changing the parameters (A, B, C, or D in the standard form of a trigonometric equation) on the graph of the function using graphing technology.
T.GT.1.dSketch the graph of a transformed sine, cosine, and tangent function written in standard form by using transformations for at least a two-period interval, including both positive and negative values for the domain.
T.GT.1.eApply trigonometric functions and their graphs to represent periodic phenomena.
T.GT.2The student will graph the six inverse trigonometric functions.
T.GT.2.aDetermine the domain and range of the inverse trigonometric functions.
T.GT.2.bUse the restrictions on the domain of an inverse trigonometric function to determine a value of the inverse trigonometric function.
T.GT.2.cGraph inverse trigonometric functions.
T.IE.1The student will evaluate expressions involving the six trigonometric functions and the inverse sine, cosine, and tangent functions.
T.IE.1.aDetermine the values of trigonometric functions, with and without graphing technology.
T.IE.1.bDetermine angle measures by using the inverse trigonometric functions, with and without a graphing technology.
T.IE.1.cEvaluate composite functions that involve trigonometric functions and inverse trigonometric functions.
T.IE.2The student will use basic trigonometric identity substitutions to simplify and verify trigonometric identities.
T.IE.2.aUse trigonometric identities to make algebraic substitutions to simplify and verify trigonometric identities. The basic trigonometric identities include
i) reciprocal identities;
ii) Pythagorean identities;
iii) sum and difference identities;
iv) double-angle identities; and
v) half-angle identities.
T.IE.2.bApply the sum, difference, and half-angle identities to evaluate trigonometric function values of angles that are not integer multiples of the special angles to solve problems, including contextual situations.
T.IE.3The student will solve trigonometric equations and inequalities.
T.IE.3.aSolve trigonometric equations with and without restricted domains algebraically and graphically.
T.IE.3.bSolve trigonometric inequalities algebraically and graphically.
T.IE.3.cVerify and justify algebraic solutions to trigonometric equations and inequalities, using graphing technology.

 

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