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Description:
Introduction to functions and families of functions, including linear functions, quadratics, power and radical functions, absolute value functions, piece-wise defined functions, transformations of these functions, composition of these functions and their use in solving application problems.
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Prerequisite:
Intermediate Algebra or equivalent.
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Corequisite:
For students who do not meet the prerequisite requirement, concurrent enrollment in MATH 248A or NCBS 448A is required.
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Advisory:
Advisory: Demonstrated proficiency in English by placement via multiple measures OR through an equivalent placement process OR completion of ESLL 125 & ESLL 249; UC credit for MATH 48A, 48B and 48C is limited to a maximum of 7.5 units for the combination or any portion of the series completed.
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Repeatability:
Not Repeatable.
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Hours:
5 hours lecture per week. 60 hours total per quarter.
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Foothill GE Area:Mathematical Concepts & Quantitative Reasoning
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Transferability:
Both
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Transfer GE:
Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
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Foothill Transfer GE Guide
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