MathsMate: DMI
These modules are selected from the MathsStart bridging program (see link below). They cover the knowledge used at the beginning of Data Management and Interpretation on
- Linear Functions
- Quadratic functions
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This module introduces linear functions, their graphs and characteristics.
Linear functions are widely used in mathematics and statistics. They arise naturally in many practical and theoretical situations, and they are also used to simplify and interpret relationships between variables in the real world. Other topics include simultaneous linear equations and linear inequalities.
Contents
- 1. Linear Functions and Straight Lines
- 2. Simultaneous Linear Equations
- 3. Linear Inequalities (optional)
- Appendix 1: Linear Equations
Prerequisites
- Appendix 1
This module introduces quadratic functions, their graphs and their important characteristics.
Quadratic functions are widely used in mathematics and statistics. They are found in applied and theoretical mathematics, and are used to model non-linear relationships between variables in statistics. The module covers the algebra and graphing skills needed for analysing and using quadratic functions.
Contents
- 1. Quadratic Functions and Parabolas
- 2. Sketching Parabolas
- 3. Transformations (optional)
- Appendix 1: Quadratic Equations
Prerequisites:
- linear functions
- Appendix 1