Algebra 2H pds 1,2
The quiz on Rational Equations, adding and subtracting fractions and complex fractions was today.
EC puzzle on Complex Fractions was given out. If done correctly, it will count as two homework assignments!

Geometry H pds 3,5
Today was the quiz on Proportional Segments and Radicals.
EC puzzle on Radicals was given out afterwards. If done correctly, it will count as two hw assignments!

Trig pd 4
We reviewed the Practice Test on Trig Equations. The quiz is tomorrow.
Make sure you review any problem that was discussed during class today and before today.
EC question-Why do you need to check your solutions on equations where you square both sides? (I may not have gone over this question in class.)

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We reviewed for tomorrow's quiz with the Quick Draw Worksheet. Bring this paper to class tomorrow.
HW puzzle worksheet on Solving Rational Equations.
EC question- Which part (if any) of tomorrow's quiz do you find most challenging? Why?

Geometry H pds 3,5
We went over the quiz from last Friday, and then reviewed proportional segments and radicals for tomorrow's quiz.
HW Study for tomorrow's quiz on proportional lengths and radicals.

ec problem Simplify: radical 45/radical 20

Trig pd 4
We went over the problems on trig equations. I then wrote 6 problems on the whiteboard for a Practice Quiz on Solving Trig Equations.
HW Do the 6 problems from the whiteboard.
EC- Worksheet from last night #10

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We are in review mode for Thursday's quiz on Rational Expressions. Topics include addition and subtraction, equations, adn complex fractions.
HW page 403 # 19-34 all
Ec problem page 385 #46.

Geometry H pds 3,5
We reviewed how to simplify radical expressions today.
HW Worksheet Finish #13,14,15 and do the Back #1-17 all (I'll explain #17 tomorrow.
EC textbook page 401 #14,16

Trig pd 4
All of last night's hw was completely solved in class today. You are responsible for understanding these problems. Also, I went over solving more complicated equations.
HW worksheet #13-23 odds. You must check the solutions for #23 since you will be squaring both sides of the equation.
EC problem #22.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Students received their grades for the third quarter.
We learned how to solve equations with rational expressions. You must make sure the denominator is not equal to zero when you get the solutions. Solve the problems by multiplying all parts of the equation by the LCD.
HW pages 384-385 pd 1 #7,11,35,39,41,43,45,51, and 55
pd 2 #7,11,31,35,39,43,45,51, and 55.
EC problem #32.

Geometry H pds 3,5
Students received their grades for the third quarter.
We went over a new lesson involving the non-parallel sides of 2 similar triangles. We also covered the angle-bisector theorem, and proportional parts of 3 parallel lines being cut by 2 transversals. CW Worksheet was done during class.
HW Worksheet #1-16 all
EC problem textbook page 402 # 32 and 33.

Trig pd 4
We are going over trig equations. In order to understand this lesson, you must remember the lessons on reference angles, as well as factoring and the quadratic formula.
HW Worksheet 6.2 # 1-11 odds
EC problem #14.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After going over hw problems on adding and subtracting algebraic fractions, we revisited complex fractions. This time, we went over a new method for solving them. (Multiply numerator and denominator by the LCD).
HW pd 1 pages 377-378 #9,11,13,17,21,25, and 29.
pd 2 pages 377-378 #9,11,13,17,21,25,33, and 51.
EC problems #44 and 48.

Geometry H pds 3,5
Today was the quiz on Similar Triangles.
HW puzzle on solving proportions was given out afterwards.
EC problem...How do you think you did on today's quiz? Explain your answer.
Have a great weekend!

Trig pd 4
Quizzes were returned today. We went over some hw problems involving trig equations. Then, we solved two newtypes of equation prolbems. One of them involves using the quadratic formula.
HW worksheet # 28,33,37,47,49, and 51.
EC problem #32.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We learned addition and subtraction of rational expressions. Steps included finding the LCD. Never add denominators.
HW page 372-373 # 15,19,21,27,35,39,45,49, and 55.
EC problem #52.

Geometry H pds 3,5
We are having a quiz tomorrow on Similar Triangles. There will be one proof on the quiz. Most questions will be on using proportions.
Bring your Quick Draws to class tomorrow.
No ec tonight.

Trig pd 4
We went over how to solve trig equations. Many examples were given in class today. It is necessary to remember how to factor expressions.
HW Worksheet # 1,3,7,11,15,23, and 25.
EC problem #22.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today was the quiz on Rational Expressions and long division.
EC puzzle was given out afterwards. It will count 5 points if done correctly and colored nicely.

Geometry H pds 3,5
After going over the hw on Similar Triangles, we learned how to write proofs for similar triangles.
HW worksheet # 7-12 front and # 1-6 back # 7,8 are ec problems. They must be on a separate sheet of paper.
Another EC problem Textbook page 387 # 22

Trig pd 4
Today was the quiz on Identities and Formulas.
No hw.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Tomorrow is the quiz on Rational Expressions and Long/Synthetic Division.
Go over the Practice Test questions to be best prepared for the quiz.
PD 1 Finish the Quick Draw problems.
EC page 355 #30

Geometry H pds 3,5
We continued with the lesson on Similar Triangles using the 3 Similarity Methods.
HW Worksheet- Do ALL problems # 1-13.
EC textbook page 387 #28.

Trig pd 4
Tomorrow is the quiz on Identities and Formulas for Half-Angles, Double-Angles, and Sum of 2 angles.
To be best prepared,review ALL problems from today's quick draw and the Practice Test from yesterday.
EC- How will you prepare for tomorrow's quiz?

Week of December 7th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Our next quiz is on Wednesday. It will cover rational expressions, including the topics of simplifiying, multiplying, dividing, long division, and synthetic division.
HW Chapter 6 Review Test page 403 # 1-18 all, 26
EC problem page 363 # 42

Geometry H pds 3,5
We learned that AA Similarity, SAS Similarity, and SSS Similarity are three ways to prove that two triangles are similar. We went over examples during class.
HW Worksheet 7.3 Do all problems.
EC problem textbook page 386 # 14

Trig pd 4
We went over all questions on the Practice Test today. The next quiz will be on Wednesday.
HW textbook page 388 #67,68,77,78, and 81
Ec problem page 390 # 13

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We learned about multiplication and division of rational expressions. Most problems require factoring to solve.
HW pages 362-363 # 9,13,17,21,25,31,35,39,43 (pd 1)
# 9,13,17,21,25,31,35,39,41 (pd 2)
EC problem # 36.

Geometry H pds 3,5
Today was the quiz on Similar Polygons and ratios.
EC puzzle on Ratios was given out after the quiz-it's due on Monday.
EC question- Were you prepared for today's quiz? Why or why not?

Trig pd 4
After going over the half-an gle hw problems, a Practice Test on Identities and Formulas was given out. Students are to do all problems except # 12,21, and 22.
The quiz will either be on Tuesday or Wednesday, depending on how the review goes.
EC problem #22

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We learned how to compute division of polynomials using Synthetic Division. This topic is NOT covered in our regular textbook.
HW Worksheet # 9,13,17,21,25,27, and 29.
EC problems #31 and 38.

Geometry H pds 3,5
We reviewed Lessons 7.1 -7.2 on Ratios and Similarity of polygons.
The quiz on these lessons is TOMORROW.
HW Finish Both sides of the worksheet handed out during today's class.
Study for the quiz by going over the examples from the worksheets.
EC question- For every 1 hour of televison time, these are 8 minutes of commercials. Find the ratio of commercials to the show's airing time.

Trig pd 4
We learned the Half-Angle formulas. We will start reviewing for the next quiz tomorrow.
HW Worksheet # 1-25 odds.
EC #16

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We went over problems in long division of polynomials.
HW Worksheet puzzle # 1-8 all
EC problem page 356 # 36

Geometry H pds 3,5
We went over scale factors and solving problems involving perimeter of similar polygons.
hw pd 3 Worksheet 7.2 # 1-23 ALL
pd 5 Worksheet- Finish the problems on Worksheet 7.2 not done for hw yesterday.
EC problem--textbook page 376 # 16

Trig pd 4
A formula sheet was given out today. We went over problems involving the double angle formulas. These include identity proofs and graphing.
HW Same Worksheet # 13,15,18,19,25,30,31,38,40, and 42.
EC problem #49.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We started lesson 6.2, which is on dividing polynomials by monomials and polynomials.
HW pd 1 pages 355-356 # 1,5,9,13,17,21,23,57, and59.
pd 2 page 355 # 1,5,9,13,17,21,23,27, and 29.
EC problem page 346 # 56

Geometry H pds 3,5
We learned that similar polygons have congruent corresponding angles and proportional corresponding sides.
HW Worksheet # 7,8, and 9.-pd 3
Worksheet 7.2 # 1-12 ALL
EC problem Draw 2 similar triangles. Label the measures of the corresponding angles and sides. Make sure the sides are proportional.

Trig pd 4
We learned the Double Angle Formulas today.
Worksheet HW # 1-12 all
EC problem # 37

Week of November 30th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2

We started Chapter 6, which is on Rational Expressions. Today, we factored expressions and simplified them (reducing fractions)
HW page 346 # 17,21,25,29,33,37,41,45, and 49.
EC problems #40 and 68.

Geometry H pds 3,5
We started
Chapter 7 today. The lesson today was on proportions and their properties.
HW worksheet # 1-29 all.
EC problem Find the ratio of 8 inches to 6 yards.

Trig pd 4
We went over the formulas for tan(A + B) and tan (A - B). The cw examples have a mistake in them due to my missing the negative sign in one of the fractions. This was possibly due to the noise in the classroom! Please try to keep talking at a minimum while the lesson is being taught.
HW worksheet (same as the last lesson) #15,17, 23,36,37,43, and 45.
EC problem #38.

To All of my Classes:

Have a Happy Thanksgiving weekend! Extra credit will resume on Monday for Algebra 2 and Geometry.

Pd 4 Trig
We went over the formulas for sin(A+B) and sin(A-B) today.
HW 2nd worksheet # 1,8,9,12, and 35 (This one is like the problem we almost finished during class).
EC problem # 19.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
EC puzzle for coloring was given out after today's quiz. It is worth 5 points if done perfectly!

Geometry H pds 3,5
We learned that HL is a way to prove that right triangles are congruent.
HW Worksheet # 1-9 front side and # 5-13 back.
EC Proof #2 or 4.

Trig pd 4
We continued on in the unit on Analytic Trigonometry.
Today, we went over the formulas for cos (A + B) and cos (A - B).
HW Review on Identity Paper # 29,35,51
New paper on Cos(A+B) and Cos (A-B) # 7,10, and 13.
EC problem New Paper #20.

Week of November 23rd

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Tomorrow will be a quiz on Solving Equations and Word Problems Using Factoring.
Go over all of the problems from today's lesson to be best prepared for the quiz.
EC problem Solve (x-3)(x+8) = 26.

Geometry H pds 3,5
After admiring the Polygon picture projects, we learned that isosceles triangles have several special properties. Their base angles are congruent, and the bisector of the vertex angle = the perpendicular bisector of the base of the triangle.
HW Worksheet # 1-22 all
EC problem If the vertex angle of an isosceles triangle = x + 24, find the measures of all 3 angles of this triangle. (Please copy this problem with your work.)

Trig pd 4
We began the unit of Analytical Trigonometry. Today, we went over proving identities. We have done this before, but the problems are a little more involved now.
HW Worksheet # 6,12,18,24,30,36,42,48, and 52.
EC problem #55.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Next quiz on Tuesday will be on Solving Equations using Factoring.
HW Worksheet on this topic-due on Monday.
EC page 327 #68

Geometry H pds 3,5
Today was the quiz on using CPCTC in proofs.
Projects on Polygon Pictures are due on Monday!!!
EC One interior angle of a regular polygon measures 175º. How many sides does the polygon have?

Trig pd 4
Today was the quiz on word problems involving bearing and navigation and other things.
No hw.
EC Which problem did you choose for your estra credit problem on the quiz? Why?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After going over the quiz from yesterday's class, we started the new lesson on
Solving Equations by Factoring.

HW pages 326-327 # 3,5,9,19,25,33, and 65.
EC problems # 38 and 62

Geometry H pds 3,5
We went over proofs that use CPCTC. This step is used AFTER the triangles are congruent.
QUIZ tomorrow on CPCTC and proofs that use CPCTC.
Finish the worksheet started in today's class.
EC question Review problem Find the measure of each interior angle of a regular dodecagon.

Trig pd 4
Tomorrow is the quiz on word problems involving bearing and groundspeed and other topics covered on the review sheet. To do well, you must understand ALL problems on the review sheet.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today was the quiz on Factoring. Results were mixed.
EC puzzle was given out afterwards.
EC Question- Why do you think you had difficulty on today's quiz? If you think you did well, why do you think you did not have difficulty with today's quiz?

Geometry H pds 3,5
After the short quiz, we learned about CPCTC-which is used in proofs AFTER the triangles have been proven to be congruent.
HW Textbook pages 222-223 # 3,6,7,8
EC problem #10. If done correctly, you'll receive super extra credit.

Trig pd 4
We are working on word problems. Today, during class, students worked on my worksheet of problems that are similar to the ones on the next quiz.
HW Finish the worksheet or at least try to finish the worksheet!
NO ec tonight.

Week of November 16th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Tomorrow is the quiz onFactoring Polynomials. Questions will be similar to the hw problems from Chapter 5.
HW puzzle on Factoring Polynomials
EC problem Factor 6x^3 - 6000

Geometry H pds 3,5
We reviewed Proofs in class today. There will be a short quiz on the work from Lessons 4.2 and 4.3 tomorrow.
No Written hw tonight.
EC What is meant by CPCTC? (It's in the next lesson).

Trig pd 4
We went over the hw word problems, and hopefully, all of you understand the set-ups for these problems.
HW Today's paper # 14,15 and the Other Worksheet # 16,22
EC # 18

Week of November 16th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Our next quiz on Factoring will be this Wednesday.
Review HW pages 317-318 # 3,7,11,15,23,25,27,37,43,49,57,65,71,81, and 85.
EC problems #82 and 88 ( 1 point each)

Geometry H pds 3,5
The next project on Polygon Art was assigned. Pictures are due on Monday, November 23 with your rubric filled out as well.
We learned that AAS is another way to prove triangles are congruent. A cw worksheet was completed during class.
HW Worksheet 4.3 Do all problems # 1-14 on the front side.
EC problem Textbook page 217 # 22

Trig pd 4
We thoroughly went over the word problems involving airspeed, wind speed, and groundspeed.
HW Worksheet # 16,17, and 19.
EC problem #14

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We learned how to factor the sum and difference of cubes. There is a formula to follow for these type of problems.
HW page 313 # 50 and page 314 # 77, 81, 85, 89, 93, 97, 109, 113, 115,and 177.
EC problem Factor 3x^3 + 192 y^3 (Use the GCF)

Geometry H pds 3,5
We learned the ASA postulate as a way of finding triangles congruent. We went over examples of SSS, SAS, and ASA during class.
HW Finish the last problem on today's worksheet-it's a 2 column proof. Remember what the definition of an angle bisector is!
EC problem page 217 # 22

Trig pd 4
We are continuing to go over word problems using bearing, SOHCAHTOA, and velocity vectors.
HW worksheet # 18,33,34,36,37, and 38.
EC problem 23

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We are still on the Factoring of Polynomials Unit. Today, we went over factoring the perfect square trinomials and the difference of squares.
HW page 313-314 # 5-75 multiples of 5 except substitute #27 in place of #50.
EC problems #100 and 122

Geometry H pds 3,5
We are still working on SSS and SAS postulates for proving triangles congruent. Today, we went over many examples in class.
HW Worksheet 4.2- Do ALL problems on the front side. Some problems were discussed in class.
EC Draw two triangles with sides 3 cm, 4 cm, and 5 cm. If done correctly, each triangle should be a right triangle. Name your congruent triangles, and explain why they are congruent. What is meant by congruent?

Trig pd 4
We went over word problems involving bearing. This refers to the acute angle formed from the North-South line to the line used in the problem.
HW Worksheet # 16,17, 19, 20, and 21.
EC problem #22 (We did this problem before!)

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
There will be a make-up quiz for the last quiz on Friday the 13th after school from 3:15 - 4:00pm.
Today, we finished the Factoring Trinomials lesson.
HW page 307 # 45,49,63,67,71,77,83, and 85.
EC problem # 92.

Geometry H pds 3,5
We are now on the most difficult part of geometry- PROOFS! Today, we went over two column proofs usimng the SSS and SAS postulates. Read the notes over so that you understand what SSS and SAS mean.
HW textbook pages 208-209 # 3,7,9, and 10-16 all
EC problem # 18 (Use 2 columns with statements and reasons).

Trig pd 4
Today was the quiz on the Ferris Wheel problem and cosecant/secant graphs.
No hw.
EC question---Are you trying your best to understand the material? Why or why not? How do you think you did on today's quiz? Why?

Week of November 9th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We learned how to factor trinomials in two different ways. One way involves guess and check, and the other way involves factoring by grouping.
HW pages 306-307 # 3,7,11,15,19,23,27,31,35,39,43,47,51, and 55.
EC problems # 64 and 72.

Geometry H pds 3,5
We began going over PRoofs today. We stuck with Lesson 4.1, and went over more examples from this lesson. We learned about the reflexive property for proofs.
HW Textbook page 201 # 16-25 all and # 28(If you can't get the steps, just set up the problem with the Givens).
EC problem page 202 # 38 and 40.

Trig pd 4
Tomorrow will be a quiz on the Ferris Wheel problem, identifying the equation when shown its graph, and either a tangent, cotangent, cosecant, or secant graph for you to sketch. You may use your calculator to make the charts.

EC Write a paragraph about the Reisenrad ferris wheel. Who built it?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
You took the quiz on the first four lessons of Chapter Five. I was surprised that
the results were not up to the usual high caliber as the other quizzes you've taken. I wonder what happened!
Please try to prepare for future quizzes by going over problems similar to our class work.
EC question-Why do you think students had trouble with today's quiz?


Geometry H pds 3,5
We started Chapter Four today. Lesson 4.1 is about how to identify corresponding sides and angles of congruent figures, expecially triangles.
Classwork included notes on a worksheet.
HW Worksheet 4.1- Do ALL problems.
EC problem textbook page 201 # 30

Trig pd 4
We went over the model of a ferris wheel, comparing the height with the time it takes to make a complete revolution. We learned that the graph is a reverse cosine function.
HW Do the other ferris wheel problem on the back of this worksheet.
EC Write a paragraph report about George Ferris.

Week of November 2nd

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Tomorrow is the quiz on Lessons 5.1-5.4. Topics include monomials, exponents, polynomials, scientific notation, and factoring with grouping and GCF.
No hw except to be ready for the quiz.
EC question---Which parts of this quiz are most challenging for you? Why?

Geometry H pds 3,5
Today was the quiz on Lessons 3.6 and 3.7. Hopefully, everyone did fine.
No hw tonight.
EC Find the equation of two lines: one is parallel and the other is perpendicular to 4x -3y = 12. The lines contain the point (6, -2).

Trig pd 4
We graphed the functions y = sec x and y= csc x. We also started the graph for
y= cot x.
HW page 305 # 7,17,23.
EC Why do the graphs from today's lesson have asymptotes?

Week of November 2nd

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Our next quiz is on Thursday. It will cover lessons 5.1-5.4.
Today, we went over factoring polynomials with grouping and GCF.
HW pages 299-300 # 3,7,11,15,19,23,27,31,35,39, and 43.
EC problem page 295 # 58.

Geometry H pds 3,5
Tomorrow is the quiz on writing equations in slope-intercept form and point-slope form, as well as finding equations of lines parallel and perpendicular to a given line.
Today, we did a quick draw activity for points. Bring this paper to class tomorrow, and use it as a study guide for the quiz.
No written hw tonight.
EC question---Did your algebra teacher prepare you for these lessons in geometry? Do you find this material for tomorrow's quiz easy? Why or why not?

Trig pd 4
After going over the hw problems, we made a table of values for y=tan x, and showed the graph of this function from 0 to 360º.
HW make a table for y= sec x and y = csc x from 0º to 360º. Graph your results. Also, do # 28 on the worksheet from last night's hw as review.
EC Graph y = 2 tan x from 0º to 360º.

Week of November 2nd

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We went over the multiplication of polynomials. All students must know how to use the special product formulas. This includes the square of a binomial and the products resulting in the difference of two squares. Next quiz is on Thursday.

HW page 295 # 5-65 every 5th question
EC problem #70 on page 296

Geometry H pds 3,5
We reviewed the slopes of parallel and perpendicular lines. We went over problems related to these concepts.
HW Worksheet # 10-20 all
EC problem Find an equation of a line perpendicular to 5x-3y = -2 containing the point (6,-2).

Trig pd 4
We used the graphing calculators to see if the equations on the worksheet were correctly found. Hopefully, everyone was successful in using the calculator correctly. We are still learning about sine and cosine graphs.
HW Worksheet # 24,25,26, and 29.
EC #30

Week of October 26th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After finishing up the hw questions on exponents, we started lesson 5.2 on polynomial sums and differences. Many examples were done during class.
HW page 286 # 1,5,9,13,17,23,27,35,41,47, and 49.
EC problem #48

Geometry H pds 3,5
We learned that parallel lines have the same slope, while perpendicular lines have slopes that are opposite reciprocals of each other.
HW Finish the problems on today's worksheet.
EC Write a paragraph about the assembly you will see tomorrow. Was it inspirational? Why or why not? (pd 3 only)
pd 5 Write the equation of a line parallel to 2x-3y = -6 which contains the point (4,-2).

Trig pd 4
Today was the quiz on graphing sine and cosine functions. NO hw tonight. You will have a similar worksheet on this material tomorrow.
EC Write an evaluation of today's quiz. How do you think you did on it? Write at least 4 sentences.

Week of October 26th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We spent more time going over the exponent problems, and then learned how to solve scientific notation problems.
HW pages 278-279 # 43-59 odds and # 79-99 odds
EC problem page 280 # 126

Geometry H pds 3,5
We continued going over point-slope and slope-intercept forms.
HW Worksheet # 2,6,10,14,18,22,26,30,34,38,42, and 46.
EC find the equation in slope-intercept form of the line containing (-3,5) and
(4,8).

Trig pd 4
We went over how to write equations of graphs, when given the graph.
HW Quiz tomorrow! BE PREPARED!!!!
EC What was the toughest part about graphing sine and cosine functions? Why?

Week of October 26th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We started Chapter 5 today with a review of exponents and their rules.
Many problems were done during class.
HW pages 277-278 # 7,11,15,19,23,25,33,37,39, and 41.
EC problem # 56

Geometry H pds 3,5
We went over the three forms for graphing lines-point-slope, standard and slope-intercept forms. Examples were done during class.
HW Textbook page 169 # 1,3,5,9,13,15,17,19, and 21.
EC problem #38.

Trig pd 4
We went over the problems for graphing sine and cosine functions that involve vertical translation with phase shift, amplitude, and period.
HW Worksheet # 25,27,29, and 31-+ Graph # 28 from today's cw.
EC problem #32.

Week of October 26th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today was the quiz on linear programming, rate and mixture problems, and graphing inequalities. After the quiz, an extra credit puzzle was given out. I will count it as 5 EC points if done correctly!

Geometry H pds 3,5
Today was the District Quarterly Test on the work we've learned for the past 2 months. Results should come back in about two weeks.
The puzzle hw paper from last Friday will be collected tomorrow. You will also receive the quiz from Friday's class.
EC Question--What did you think of the LAUSD District Quarterly Test? Did you understand the constructed response problem? Why or why not? Answer all of the above questions for the ec point!

Trig pd 4
All we did was go over the hw problems. This included the graphs on phase shift.
HW tonight-Same worksheet # 4,8,12,16, and 19.
EC problem # 22 ( 2 points if done correctly!)

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Monday is the quiz on graphing inequalities, mixture and rate problems, and linear programming. So, study!!!!
EC Waht is the toughest part about linear programming? Why?


Geometry H pds 3,5
Quiz today on the angles of a polygon, and a multi-angle picture. We also admired some of the Op Art pictures.
HW puzzle- Do BOTH sides of the worksheet for Monday!!!
EC What was the toughest part about today's quiz? Why?

Trig pd 4
We went over problems involving phase shift. The graphs shift left and right in these problems.
HW Worksheet # 3,5,7,9,11, and15.
EC problem #14

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
On Monday, we will have our next quiz on linear programming, graphing inequalities, mixture and rate problems.
HW Review page 266 # 46-50 all and page 329 #94.
EC problem page 328 # 91

Geometry H pds 3,5
Tomorrow is a quiz on the Angles of Polygons. Both interior and exterior angle formulas must be memorized! A Practice Quiz was given out in today's quiz. Study this worksheet, and you should ace the quiz!
EC Did you like solving the multi-angle problem? Why or why not?

Trig pd 4
We are still graphing sine and cosine functions. Today, we added the vertical translation to the problems.
HW worksheet # 6,12,16,24, and 26.
EC problem #30

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today, we learned about Linear Programming, a method of figuring out how to maximize profit in producing two different items. We went over two examples in class.
HW-Do the puzzle worksheet on graphing inequalities.
EC Do the Extension problem from today's worksheet.

Geometry H pds 3,4
Today, we learned by Inductive Reasoning that the sum of the exterior angles of ANY polygon is 360º.
HW Finish the worksheet on the Interior and Exterior Angles of a Polygon.

The district Quarterly Test will be on Monday. Do NOT be absent for this important test!
EC problem---If each interior angle of a regular polygon = 172º, how many sides does the polygon have? Show how you got your answer.

Trig pd 4
We are learning how to graph sine and cosine functions when given the amplitude and period (cycle). The five critical points must be shown on each graph.
HW Worksheet # 3,5,7,11,15, and 19.
EC problem #23.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We went over questions from the hw on mixture and rate word problems. Then, we began the lesson on Graphing Systems of Inequalities.
HW page259 # 1,3,5,9,13, and 21.
EC problem # 18.

Geometry H pds 3,5
Today, we learned the formula for finding the sum of the interior angles of any polygon. The formula is: 180(n-2), where n = the number of sides of the polygon.
HW Worksheet-Puzzle...Do all problems, and show the work!
EC problem...The angles of a pentagon are 150º,120º,80º,140º,50º. Extend each side, and find the measure of each exterior angle. what is their sum? If done correctly, I'll give 4 ec points!

Trig pd 4
I went over quiz questions, hw questions, and then attempted to explain the cycle (period) of the sine and cosine graphs. The formula is 2 pi/b where y = a sin bx.
HW page 294 # 1,2, and 17.

Ec problem Graph by making a table : y = 3 sin 4x.

Week of October 19th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We learned how to solve mixture and D=RT word problems today.
HW pages 250-251 # 15,17,21, and 23.
EC problem #24

Geometry H pds 3,5
WE learned that the sum of the measures of the angles of a triangle=180º, and that the exterior angle of a triangle = the sum of the 2 remote interior angles.
HW Worksheet # 1-20 all

EC problem -One angle of a triangle is 2x+15, another angle is 4x-20, and a third angle is 4x+35. Find the measure of each angle. What kind of triangle is it?

Trig pd 4
We started the graphing unit today. We went over the basic shape of the sine and cosine graphs. We also went over the term amplitude.
HW pages 294-295 #27,39,40, and 52.

EC problem-Graph y= 3 sinx from -2pi to 2 pi. What do you notice?

All classes had quizzes today.
EC puzzles were given out in Geometry and Algebra 2. They are due on Monday before class starts.
In addition, geometry classes received the new project on Op Art today. These projects are due next Friday, October 23rd.

Trig ec question---Explain, in your own words, how to find the csc (-327º). Also, explain how to find the angle in Q4 if sec(theta) = 2.3456.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Since the earthquake drill was postponed, our quiz on Systems of Equations and Word Problems will be tomorrow. Bring your Quick Draws to class.
Topics on the quiz are 2 and 3 variable systems of equations,as well as number, ticket,interest, and coin problems.
EC problem Farmer Jones has chickens and pigs. There are 100 animals total, and 276 legs total. How many of each animal does he have?

Geometry H pds 3,5
Tomorrow is the quiz on deciding whether the lines are parallel based on the given angle information.
Bring your Quick Draws to class.
STUDY all worksheets done in class this week.
No ec tonight.

Trig pd 4
HW page 334-335 # 72,77, and 78. + Find theta if csc(theta) is -1.4321 in QIII.
Quiz tomorrow-Go over this type of work!!!
No ec tonight.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today, we covered Interest Word Problems. Depending on tomorrow's schedule, the next quiz will be on either Friday or Monday (pd 2 only).
Review for Quiz hw pages 265-266 # 5,9,11,15,19,21,43,44, and 45.
EC problem #25.

Geometry H pds 3,5
We are continuing with the lesson on parallel lines and their special angles.
After going over EVERY hw problem, you received another worksheet on this same topic.
HW # 1-11 all
Quiz will be on Friday!!!!
EC page139 # 30 and #34.

Trig pd 4
We went over problems involving the use of the calculator for finding trig values of angles, and finding the angles when given the values.
HW Worksheet# 33-65 odds
EC - Find the angle in quadrant 3 if cot(theta) = .9843.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After going over hte hw problems, which were very time-consuming, we learned about Coin Word problems.
HW page 226 # 33 and
page 250-251 # 5,25,27
EC problem page 251 # 29 -to receive credit, all work must be shown!

Geometry H pds 3,5
We are still learning about parallel lines and corresponding, alternate interior, and same-side interior angles.
HW Worksheet # 7-22 all

EC question- Why do you think some geometry students are experiencing difficulty with this lesson? Answer in at least four sentences.

Trig pd 4
Today was the quiz on reference angles, exact values, and angles greater than 90º.
NO hw or ec tonight!

Week of October 12th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Our next quiz will be on Friday (not Thursday).
It will include systems of equations, words problems, and graphing systems of inequalities (maybe).
Today, we covered systems of equations which include fractions, and word problems involving numbers and amount of tickets sold.
HW page 226 #27
page 250 # 1,3,7
EC page 250 #6

Geometry H pds 3,5
We went over the converses of lesson 3.1. This means if corresponding or alternate interior angles are congruent,then the lines are parallel. Also, if the same-side interior angles are supplementary, then the lines are parallel.
HW textbook page 137 # 1-8 all
EC problem page 139 # 28.

Trig/Pre Calc pd 4
Hopefully, all of you will understand the material from today's practice quiz because there's a Quiz tomorrow on this lesson. You must understand reference angles, exact values, and know which functions are positive in which quadrants.
HW Finish the Practice Quiz and know the work on this quiz!
EC question---Why do you think many students are having difficulty learning this lesson? Answer in at least 4 sentences.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We went over the hw on Solving Systems of Equations in Three Variables. We continued the lesson afterwards.
HW pd 1 page 226 # 4,6,10,16, and 20.
pd 2 # 4,6,10,19, and 20.

EC problem # 24.

Geometry H pds 3,5
Today was the quiz on the distance formula and the angles formed by parallel lines.
HW puzzle was given out after the quiz. It will be collected on Monday.

Trig/Pre Calc pd 4
We went over how to find the trig values of angles on the calculator. We used both degree and radian mode. We also used the inverse key for secant, cotangent, and cosecant.
In addition, we learned how to find the angle when given its value. For examples, if sin of theta is -1/2 and theta is in quadrant 4, the angle is 330º.
HW page 285 # 79,81,83,85 and # 92,93,95, and 96.
EC problem # 94.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We worked on Solving Systems of Equations in Three Variables. Hopefully, you will be organized in your work and solve the problem successfully!
HW page 226 # 1,5,9, and 15.
EC problem #16

Geometry H pds 3,5
Tomorrow,we are having a quiz on the Distance Formula and Parallel lines, transversals, corresponding angles, alternate interior angles, and same-side interior angles.
All problems will be similar to the problems we went over in class the past two days.
HW- Study for this important quiz, and finish the cw paper.
No ec tonight due to the quiz tomorrow.

Trig/Pre-Calc pd 4
We reviewed reference angles, exact values of angles more than 90º, and finding the values for the trig functions in the different quadrants.
HW page 285 # 53,57,61,65,67,71, and 73.

EC Question- Find the sine, cosine, and tangent of 330º.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
In pd 1, we went over the quiz before today's new lesson on Solving Systems of Equations using the Substitution Method.
In pd 2, we also started the lesson on Solving Systems of Equations in Three Variables.
HW pd 1 page 219 # 31-41 odds, and #53 and 55.
pd 2 page 219 # 31-41 odds #53
page 226 #3
EC problem #60 page 220

Geometry H pds 3,5
We continued going over problems involving corresponding, alternate-interior, and same side interior angles that are formed when two parallel lines are intersected by a transversal.
HW Worksheet # 3.1 Do all problems on the front side.
EC problem --Draw two parallel lines cut by a transversal. Label the 8 angles formed. Name all pairs of corresponding, alternate-interior, and same-side interior angles. If one of the acute angles = 53º. find the measures of the other 7 angles.

Trig/Pre Calc pd 4
Today, we reviewed some concepts from previous lessons, and then learned about reference angles. Lots of notes were given.
HW page 285 # 37-49 odds page 284 #19,21
EC problem # 62.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We started Chapter 4 today. Today's lesson was on Solving Systems of Equations in Two Variables using the Elimination Method.
Pd 1 hw page 219-220 #11,15,19,25,29,43,47, and 57
Pd 2 hw page 219-220 # 11,15,19,25,29,43,49, and 57.
EC problem # 62.

Geometry H pds 3,5
We learned that Vertical Angles are Congruent. We also began Chapter 3, which is about Parallel Lines and their angles formed when a transversal cuts the parallel lines.
HW textbook page 131 # 1-7 all, 11, 12, and 13.
EC problem page 132 # 14.

Trig/Pre Calc pd 4
After going over the word problems on SOHCAHTOA, we began Section 4.4, which is about finding the trig values of angles larger than 90º.
HW page 284 # 1-3 all,5,9,13-16 all, and 17.
EC problem #18

Week of October 5th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today was the quiz on Absolute Value and Graphing linear equations.
EC puzzle was given out after the quiz.
No other ec tonight!

Geometry H pds 3,5
After handing out the quizzes, we reviewed graphing points, and went over the Distance Formula. This formula must be memorized for the next quiz.
HW Worksheet # 1-11 all
EC problem....Find the exact distance and the distance to the nearest tenth of the points (-3,8) and (-9,2).

Trig/Pre Calc pd 4
Today, we went over SOHCAHTOA word problems. Make sure you understand all problems on the cw worksheet.
HW page 276 #55,56,57,59, and 60. Also, finish the last problem from today's cw worksheet.
EC #58.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We used the white boards to review for MOnday's test. Topics on the test include:
Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities, Graphing lines using x and y intercepts, as well as the y= mx + b form (slope-intercept form), Writing equations of lines that are parallel or perpendicular to another line, Using the slope formula, and Using point-slope form to write equations.
EC problem....A line has the equation 5x -3y = 15. Find an equation of a line parallel to this line containing the point (7, -4). Then find an equation of the line perpendicular to this line.

Geometry H pds 3,5
We admired the Daisy Designs, and then took a quiz on complementary and supplementary angles, as well as the Angle Addition Postulate.
PD 5 HW puzzle worksheet.
Have a fun weekend!

Trig pd 4
We took the quiz on Identities and Proofs today.
No hw-Have a fun weekend!

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We went over how to graph linear inequalities. Next quiz will be on Monday.
HW Chapter Review page 206 # 1-19 all and #20,21, and 22.
EC problem...page 163 # 36

Geometry H pds 3,5
Tomorrow, there will be a quiz on Angles-naming angles, complementary, supplementary, vertical, adjacent, and angle-addition postulate.
HW Worksheet 1.6- Finish all problems.
EC problem- Two angles are complementary. One angle is 3 more than twice the other angle. Find the measure of each angle.

Trig/Pre Calc pd 4
We reviewed all of the identities and proofs today.
No written hw, but BE PREPARED for tomorrow's quiz!!!!

No EC tonight...

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We went over point-slope form for writing linear equations.
HW pages 152-153 # 3,9,13,17,21,25,33,35,41,53, and 55.
EC problem #58

Geometry H pds 3,5
After going over the quiz, we used the protractor for measuring angles.
HW Finish the other side of this worksheet.
EC Using a protractor, draw an angle of 128º. Find the measure of its supplement.

Trig/PreCalc pd 4
We went over the quiz, and then continued going over identity proofs. You must memorize the basic identities to get these understood.
HW Six problems were written on the Elmo. This is the hw.
EC prove cosx/secx + sinx/cscx = 1

Week of September 29th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We used the slope formula in problems today. We reviewed that the slopes of parallel lines are always the same, and the slopes of perpendicular lines are always opposite (negative) reciprocals of each other.
HW pages 140-142 # 1,3,5,9,13,17,21,25,29,31, and 33.
EC problem #44

Geometry H pds 3,5
Tests will be given back tomorrow-Today's lesson was on Angles-we reviewed acute, obtuse, right and straight angles, as well as learning about complementary and supplementary angles. Tomorrow, we will finish this lesson.
HW page 40 # 1-8 all, #13-22 all.
EC problem...An angle has a measure of 3x+17 and its supplement has a measure of 2x-7. Find x, and the measure of each angle.

Trig/PreCalc pd 4
We went over how to write proofs using the identities from trigonometry. You are required to learn the basic identities and understand how to apply them in a proof.
HW page 275 # 33,35,36,37, and 39.

EC problem Show that (1+sin x)(1-sin x) = (cosx)^2

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We finished going over absolute value inequalities. We then began Chapter 3, which is on Equations and Inequalities in Two Variables. Today, we graphed linear equations in standard form and slope-intercept form.
HW pages 128-129 #1-17 odds
Ec problem #28.

Geometry H pds 3,5
The first quiz was today. A puzzle hw worksheet was given out after the quiz.
EC question...How do you think you did on the first quiz? answer in at least four sentences.

Trig/Pre Calc pd 4
Today was the quiz on radians and trig functions.
No hw this weekend!
We will continue with Identity Proofs on Tuesday.
EC Question---How do you think you did on today's quiz? What parts were easy and what parts were difficult? Why?

Algebra 2 H pds 1,2
After going over several hw problems, we continued to the new lesson of Solving Absolute Value Inequalities. Examples were completed during class.
HW pages 274-275 #3,5,7,17,21,25,27, and 31.
EC problem #42

Geometry H pds 3,5
Tomorrow is the first quiz-it will cover many different topics, so be prepared by going over all of the worksheets and notes from class. You will also need your compass for a construction problem on either bisecting an angle or constructing the perpendicular bisector.
EC question...How will you prepare for tomorrow's quiz? Answer in at least four complete sentences.

Trig/Pre Calc pd 4
We will have a quiz on the topics I gave out in class today (too numerous to mention!). Please make sure you understand these questions.
No written hw today!
EC problem - page 275 #34.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After solving some fraction equation problems from the hw, we went on to learn about Solving Absolute Value Equations.
HW pages 104-105# 1,9,13,17,25,29,33,37,41,45, and 55.
EC problem #58

Geometry H pds 3,5
We went over Lesson 1.5 on Measuring Segments. A worksheet was given out for the notes.
HW pages 33-34 # 2-20 evens.
EC problem-Copy and Solve. Points A,B, and C are collinear points and AB + BC = AC.
If AC = 112 and AB = 2x+10 and BC = X-9, find x, AB, and BC.


Trig/PreCalc pd 4
We learned about trig cofunctions, reciprocal identities, and quotient identities. We also reviewed SOHCAHTOA for solving right triangles.
HW 8 pages 274-275 #3,5,7,17,21,25,27, and 31.
EC problem #30

Algebra 2 H pds 1,2
After going over the Chapter 1 test, we learned about solving inequalities and listing the solutions in interval notation.
HW pages 99-100 # 1,5,9,13,17,21,27,31,33, and 47.
EC problem #52.

Geometry H pds 3,5
We learned one new construction-constructing an angle congruent to another angle.
HW Finish both construction papers by tomorrow. Pd 3 class needs to finish the worksheet handed out during today's class.
EC Construct an equilateral triangle. Find the perpendicular bisector of any two sides by construction. If done correctly, I will give four bonus points!

Trig/Pre Calc pd 4
Due to the field trip, there was no hw assigned today. We did go over the hw problems during class and practiced several similar problems.

EC How can you tell which functions are positive in the different quadrants? Why is tangent positive in quadrant 3?

Week of September 21st

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today was the test on Chapter One. Most of the grades were A's and B's.
NO HW tonight!
EC problem....Solve this system of equations: 3x+y=7
4x+2y=16


Geometry H pds 3,5
We worked on Constructions during class. We learned how to construct angle bisectors, perpendicular bisectors of a segment, and an equilateral triangle.
HW Worksheet pd 3
Finish the Worksheet pd 5.

EC Construction- Draw a large triangle with your straightedge and bisect all 3 angles. They should meet at one point!

Trig/Pre Calc
Today was the quiz on the Unit Circle. We then went over Domain and Range for the Sine and Cosine Functions. We learned that these functions are periodic.
HW page 264 # 29,31,33, and 35.
EC problem #36.

Alebra 2H pds 1,2
We reviewed for the test on Chapter One. The test questions should be similar to the practice test.
Test on Monday....
EC Question...Will you prepare for the test on Monday? If so, how?

Geometry H pds 3,5
We finished going over section 1.4 today. We drew pictures on 2 intersecting planes and a line intersecting a plane vs lying in the plane.
BRING YOUR COMPASS AND RULER TO CLASS ON MONDAY. We will be learning constructions.
HW Worksheet 1.4-0 Both sides must be finished for MOnday's class.

EC question....Draw a box. Label it however you wish but use 8 capital letters. Name the following:
a) 2 skew segments
b) 2 parallel segments
c) 2 parallel planes
d) 2 intersecting planes and name their line of intersection.

Trig/Pre Calc pd 4
ON Monday, you will have a quiz on the UNIT CIRCLE. You will have to label the radians and the x and y coordinates on the unit circle.
HW practice page 264 # 24,27
EC Give the 6 trig functions of the real number t=-5pi/6.
Please bring your books to class as well. Thank you!

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We finished Chapter One today by going over examples of arithmetic and geometric sequences. We also learned about the Fibonacci Sequence.
HW Practice Test # 1-22 all
Test will be on Monday!

EC problem Write a one paragraph essay about Fibonacci. Make sure it's in your own words.

Geometry H pds 3,5
We watched a math video made by Mr. Buck on Points, Lines, and Planes. We also went over the hw problems and started lesson 1.4 on segments, rays, and opposite rays.

HW page 25 # 1-6 all and page 20 # 21-39 odds.
EC problems page 26 # 36 and #24.

Trig/Pre-Calc. pd 4
We went over the values for sine, cosine, and tangent on the unit circle today. They are related to the special right triangles from geometry class.

HW Finish labeling the angles in radians on your unit circle and do
page 264 # 5-18 all
EC problems # 20 and 24.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We covered Section 1.4 during class today by going through random problems from the exercises. This section covered positive and negative numbers used in problems.

HW 5 pages 40-42 #9,11,15,19,23,47,51,63,81,95,101,109, and 127.
EC problems #130 and 138-
Did you notice something new about my blog?

Geometry H pds 3,5
Today, we reviewed the hw and finished Section 1.3.
HW Worksheet 1.3- Do ALL problems!!!
EC question, Draw a box and label each corner A,B,C,D,E,F,G, and H.
a) What 2 planes have line EF as their intersection?
b) What is the intersection of plane ABCD, and CDEF?

Trig/Pre Calc pd 4
We went over the linear and angular speed problems, and then learned how to label the unit circle in degrees and radians. We labeled the circle by every 30º or by every pi/6 radians.
Short HW page 333 + BRING BOOKS!!!
EC problem page 333 #40 Did you notice something new about my blog?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We zipped through lesson 1.3 during class today. This lesson was on the properties of real numbers.
HW pages 29-30 # 1,5,9,13,17,21,25,29,33,53,61,67, and # 125-134 ALL
EC problems #106 and 140

Geometry H pds 3,5
We finished lesson 1.3 during class today. We learned about coplanar points, planes, and the first 4 postulates of geometry.
HW page 20 # 12-44 evens
EC problems page 21 #62 and 64.

Trig/Pre Calc pd 4
We went over hw problems, and then learned about linear and anguluar speed. Linear speed refers to the speed of a particle, and angular speed refers to how fast the angle changes.
HW pages 255-258 # 96,97,98 and 50,52,78,82, and 86.
EC page 333 #38,39

Week of September 14th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We finished Lesson 1.2 by going over the real numbers and prime factorizations.
HW 3 page 19-20 # 35,39,43,47,51,55,59,63,67,71,75,79, and 83.
EC problems #70 and 86.

Geometry H pds 3,5
After going over counterexample to conjectures, we started Lesson 1.3 on Points, Lines, and Planes.
HW page 7 # 26,28,29
page 19 # 1-10 ALL
EC problems page 20 # 50 and 52.

Trig/Pre-Calculus
We learned the formula for converting degress to radians and vice versa. We also went over a problem on arc length. Make sure the angle is in radian measure for this type of problem.
HW page 255 # 14 and page 256 # 37,45,47,49,51,55,59,63,85, and 87.

EC problem- Give the length of an arc cut off by a central angle of 110ºin a circle of radius 4 inches.

Fall Semester 2009

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Binder check will be on Monday.
Today, we went over problems involving union and intersection of sets, as well as graphing inequalities on a number line using real numbers.

HW page 19 # 1,5,9,13,17,21,25,29,33,37,41,and 45.
EC problem #36

Geometry H pds 3,5
After finishing the UCLA Diagnostic Test, we began Lesson 1.1 on Inductive Reasoning. Several examples were explained during class.
HW page 6 # 1-22 ALL-Also,there will be a binder check as well as a compass and ruler check!
EC problems page 7 # 34 and 42.

Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus H pd 4
Today, we continued lesson 4.1, going over radian measures. We also reviewed the terms coterminal angles, arc length,complemetary and supplementary angles, and initial/terminal sides of angles.
HW pages 255-256 Vocab Check # 1-6 all
Exercises # 11,13,15,17,19,29, and 32.
EC problem #36.
Have a fun weekend!

Week of June 15th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Tomorrow is the final exam for pd 1 class. Make sure you bring your binders to the final for checking (100 points). The final exam will count 20% of your final grade, so STUDY those review sheets!!!!
Pd 2 class gets one more day of review before the final exam. Bring in your questions tomorrow!!!

One last ec question- What grade do you fell you deserve? Why??? Be persuasive!

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We are review for the final exam---To do well, you must understand ALL problems from the review, including the extra problems I went over today. Bring your binders to the final exam for grading (100 points) STUDY the review sheets!!!

EC Question... What grade do you feel you have earned this semester? Why? Be specific....

Week of June 8th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2

We are reviewing for the Final Exam on Tuesday. All problems on the review sheet must be understood in order for you to do well on the final.
Remember to bring your binders to the final, and return your textbooks to the bookroom or to me!
HW Finish # 19-31 all on the review sheets.
EC Questions....What will you do to prepare for the final exam?
How do you feel about your score on the UCLA Diagnostic Test for Pre-Calculus?

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We are reviewing for the final exam. All students should be working on the review sheets. In order to do well on the final, you must understand all of the questions on the review sheets. Make sure your binders are complete and in good condition. They are due the day of the final exam.

HW Finish # 24-25 all parts for Monday.
EC Question--How are you preparing for the final exam? Be specific.

Week of June 8th

Algebra 2H
We are learning our last major math lesson in algebra 2-the binomial theorem as used for probability...tomorrow, we will finish this important lesson.
HW page 51 # 1,3, page 52# 13,15,17
and page 59 # 1,3
EC problem page 59 #6 and page 52 # 16

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We learned our last official lesson in class today- the midpoint formula for geometry. Our last quiz before the final exam is on Wednesday-it will cover the distance, slope, and midpoint formulas.
HW Worksheet #13,14

EC problem # 15 (worth 4 points if done correctly!)

All classes finished taking the UCLA Diagnostic Test for determining readiness to proceed to the next level of mathematics. In about two weeks, I should receive a detailed printout from UCLA about your test results. Of course, I will share the results with all of you!

Algebra 2H
On Monday, we will continue with the unit on Probability. Make sure you have pages 42 and 45 done, since it will count TRIPLE the usual credits.
EC If you roll two dice 240 times, how many times do you expect to get the sum of 7 or 11? (Find the probability of this event, and then multiply by 240).

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
On Monday, we will be going over the midpoint formula. At this point, you should know and understand the distance and slope formulas, and be able to use them to prove that a quadrilateral is a parallelogram, rectangle, rhombus, or square.

EC Question...How is the slope formula used to prove that a quadrilateral is a parallelogram? How is the slope formula used to prove that a parallelogram is a rectangle? If answered correctly, I will count this as FIVE extra credit points!

All classes took the UCLA Diagnostic Math Test today. It is used to see if students are ready to proceed to the next level of math. Because most students did not finish the test, the test will be continued during tomorrow's class.
Bring all hw to class tomorrow!

EC Question- What did you think about the test today? Do you think the results will predict your success in math next year? Why or why not?

Week of June 1st

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
The web log is running again!
Tomorrow is the UCLA Trig/Pre-Calculus Readiness Test.
We covered the probablity of complementary events and compound events using the inclusive or and mutually exclusive events (no intersection).
HW page 42 # 1,3,5,7, and9
page 45 # 1,3,5
EC problem # 6 on page 45.
Another EC problem If you tossed 2 dice 120 times, how many times would you expect the number 4 to show up? Explain.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Tomorrow is the UCLA Algebra 2 Readiness Test. Try to get a good night's sleep!
Today, we covered how to use the slope to determine if two lines are parallel or perpendicular or neither. We also used the slope to tell if a quadrilateral is a parallelogram, rhombus, rectangle, or square.
HW Finish the worksheet started during class.

EC problem...Line AB has a slope of 2/3. Line CD has a slope of 3/2. Are these lines parallel or perpendicular? Why or why not?


Geometry

Pds 1,2 Algebra 2H
We covered the basics of probability.
HW -paperback book -# 1,3,7,9, and 15-I'm home without the book so look for the hw page after the lesson on probability.
Remember that binders will be checked for 100 points at final exam time (about two weeks from now).
EC problem #16 on the hw page...

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
After reviewing the distance formula, we went over the slope formula for horizontal and vertical lines, as well as for slanted lines.
HW Worksheet # 10-22 all
EC problems # 22,23- Do these on a SEPARATE paper for the credits.
Remember that binders will be checked in two weeks during final exam time!

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Tomorrow is the quiz on Sequences and Series. The best way to prepare is to go over all of the practice test problems.

EC problem find the 9th term of the geometric sequence -4,8,-16,... Use a formula.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today was the quiz on Segments of a Circle.
EC puzzle given out afterwards. It is due tomorrow.

EC question...How do you think you did on the quiz? Explain.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We are currently review for the quiz on sequences and series. Quiz is on Friday.
HW Review sheet (Practice Test)- Do all questions (or try to do all questions).

EC problem....Which term of the arithmetic sequence 7,13,19,...is 193?


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Tomorrow is the quiz on the Segments of a Circle (Secants, tangents and chords) Make sure you know all of the formulas. STUDY!!!!!!

EC problem....Why is knowing how to factor trinomials important in this lesson?

Week of May 26th

Algebra 2H
pds 1,2

Because of the CST testing today, the next quiz will be postponed until Friday of the week.
Make sure the puzzle is finished by tomorrow!
No ec today due to the testing.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We are reviewing the lesson on the segments of a circle in preparation for the quiz on Thursday.
Review sheet handed out during class today.
HW Finish the problems on the review sheet...

EC Question--Why do you think algebra is required before taking geometry? Answer, using examples from the lesson we are currently studying.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
IT was back to work today! We learned about using the SIGMA Notation for writing sums involving sequences of terms.
HW Puzzle on Arithmetic Sequences and Series. Show all work...

EC problem....Write the following using sigma notation: 3 + 10 + 17 + 24 + 31.


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We reviewed the lesson on solving for the segments of a circle. Some of the problems involved factoring.
HW Worksheet from Thursday: Do # 1-6 all and 13-18 all

EC problem... Draw circle O with chords CD and AB intersecting at point P. If AB = 5, BP = 4, amd CD = 12, find CP.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We are trying to cover all the topics that will be on the CST next week. Today, we reviewed the probability and statistics questions.
HW Mini Test page 1- ALL PROBLEMS-
EC Question Why is it not advisable to buy a lot of Super Lottery tickets each week? Use some of your probability knowledge in your answer.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We went over the answers to the Mini-Test today. We also went over CST problems from the 2008 Test.
No HW this weekend, other than your upcoming Block Lettering Projects. Also, you SHOULD go over the CST questions I reviewed this whole week and make sure you understand them!

EC problem... Will you be prepared for the Geometry CST? Why or why not?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After going over some CST problems, we continued going over the lessons on Probability. We learned about complementary events and mutually exclusive events, in which P(A and B) = 0. In mutually exclusive events, there is no intersection.

HW CST Paper # 26-32 and book page 42 # 1,5,7, and page 45 # 1,3,5.

EC problem---In rolling two dice, what is the probablity of getting at least one 2?

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We are reviewing for the CST next week. After going over the problems on Pythagorean Theorem and angles #26-37, we started reviewing trigonometry and circles.
HW CST Review # 38-48 ALL

EC problem.....A square is circumscribed about a circle.
What is the ratio of the perimeter of the circle to the perimeter of the square?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We covered Combinations and Basic Probability problems as well as some CST Review problems.
HW page 37 # 1,2,3,5
page 23 # 59,61,63,65, and 67.
Finish CST questions not done during class (#17-22, 25)

EC problem How many baseball teams of 9 members can be formed from 14 players?


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Make-up Quiz on Angles is tomorrow (Wednesday) after school.
We are going over CST review problems as well as finishing up the lessons on Circles.
HW CST Review Sheet # 26-37 all

EC problem....A secant and tangent intersect outside a circle. If the secant is 8 cm and the tangent is 12 cm, find the length of the secant's external segment.

Week of May 11th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We are covering Chapter 12 in preparation for the CST next week, as well as reviewing questions from former CST exams. Hopefully, all of you will score proficient or better in algebra 2 next week!
HW page 23 (new paperback) # 27,35,43,47,49,51,53 and CST Review papaer # 12-16 ALL
EC question....How many different arrangements are possible from the word
PERPENDICULAR?

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today, pds 3 and 5 received the new project on BLOCK LETTERING due for next Wednesday. Pd 6 students received this project last week.
We went over the correct answers for questions # 1-18 on the CST Practice.
We also went over formulas regarding the chords, secants, and tangents of a circle.
HW Page 2 of CST Review # 19-25 all

EC problem. Two chords meet inside a circle. The segments of one chord ar 15 cm and 6 cm. The segments of the other chord are x and 5 cm. Find x.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We learned about mean, median, mode, box and whiskers plot, quartiles, and standard deviation today! All information is included in the supplemental chapter 12 handed out during class today.

HW page 11 # 37 and CST Review Sheet #1 # 1-11 all--PLEASE TAKE THE CST REVIEW SHEET SERIOUSLY and try your best!!!

EC problem--Find the standard deviation of the data 75,78,86,94,and 100.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today was the quiz on the Angles of a Circle.
HW CST Review Sheet #1 # 1-18 all
PLEASE TRY YOUR BEST TO BE PREPARED FOR THE CST TEST IN GEOMETRY BY TAKING THE REVIEW PROBLEMS SERIOUSLY!!!

EC Question....Inscribe a regular hexagon in a circle. Find the measure of each angle and the measures of all the arcs. (Use 180(n-2)/2 to find the angles).

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We learned about the Counting Principle today...and independent/dependent events.
We went over many examples in class.
HW Worksheet # 8-24 evens
EC problem...If 6 numbers are chosen randomly from 1-54, how many different possible combinations are possible? ( A number will not be repeated.)


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Tomorrow is the quiz on the angles of a circle. Study all of the formulas we went over in class, and study the Quick Draw problems.
EC problem...How will you prepare for tomorrow's quiz?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We went over the hw on geometric series and infinite sums for the geometric sequences. We learned how to change repeating decimals to fractions.
HW page 641 #39,43,48, 49 and page 642 #57.

EC problem Change .58333333... to a fraction.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We went over the problem on solving for the measures of 10 angles in one diagram.
HW Worksheet Do BOTH sides...Quiz will be on Thursday.

EC problem....An inscribed quadrilateral in a circle has angles of measures 130, 62, 50, and 118. Find the measures of each nonoverlapping arc of the circle.

Week of May 4th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We learned about the sum of the terms in a geometric sequence and how to find the sum if the geometric sequence is infinite. Your notes should contain the formulas.
HW page 640 # 19,23,27,31,35,39,47(pd 2 only), and 55 on page 642.

EC problem....the end of a swinging pendulum 90cm long moves through 50cm on its first swing. Each succeeding swing is 9/10 of the preceding one. How far will the pendulum travel before coming to rest? (this problem is similar to th dropped ball problem)-5 ec points if done correctly with work shown!

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We went over the formulas for calculating the angles in a circle formed by 2 chords, by 2 tangents, by 2 secants, and by a secant and tangent. A worksheet with all of the formulas and examples of each was done during class.
HW Worksheet # 1-19 all

EC problem Draw a circle with two tangents meeting at the same point. If the major arc formed is 232 º, then find the measure of the angle formed by the 2 tangents.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2

We are learning about sequences and series (sums).
We learned the formula for arithmetic sequences, as well as the formula for geometric sequences. Hopefully, ALL of you took great notes and have examples of the problems to use as a guide.

HW page 633 #23,27,29
page 640 # 1,5,9,13,17
EC problem page 640 #22 and page 641 # 34.


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
After I collected the hw, we learned about finding the measures of inscribed angles in a circle. They are equal to half of their intercepted arcs.
HW Worksheet # 1-6 ALL

EC Inscribe a quadrilateral in a circle. Measure the angles with a protractor. Are the opposite angles supplementary?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After finishing up the parabola problems (and they were problems!), we started Chapter 11 on Arithemtic Sequences.
Today, we learned how to find the nth term of an arithmetic sequence.

HW page 633 #1,5,9,13,17,21,25, and 31.
EC problem #16.


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We covered many facts about chords and arcs of a circle today. All the information is on the worksheet we went over during class.
HW Worksheet #2 - Do ALL problems.

EC problem.....An equilateral triangle of 8 cm on each side is inscribed in a circle. Find the measure of the arcs formed by the sides of the triangle. Draw a picture of this situation.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After going over the test on Conics, we went through the parabola problems using the directrix and focus as a guide for the graph of the parabola.
HW worksheet # 28, 30 36 Pd 2 should also finish # 29.

EC problem # 39 (Remember that the vertex is the midpoint between the focus and directrix).

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
After taking the quiz on the Basic Terms of Circles, we went over the concept of tangents of a circle. There are internal and external tangents to two circles.
Circles can be internally or externally tangent to each other.
HW worksheet -Do ALL problems except # 4 on the top part.

EC problem....Draw two circles that are externally tangent. How many common external tangents do the circles have? How many common internal tangents do they have?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We learned that the algebra 2 definition of a parabola is the set of points that are equidistant from a point called the focus and a line called the directrix.
We also went over the formulas for the focus, directrix, and latus rectum.
HW pd 1 # 21, 23,29
pd 2 # 21,22,23.
Try to follow the formulas in the same order as they appear in the table.
EC problem #32

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
There will be a short quiz on the basic terms of the circle tomorrow.
We learned some facts about tangents in the circle.
HW Finish the worksheet we began during class.

EC problem....Bring in examples of company logos that use the circle.

Week of April 27th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today was the quiz on Conics.
HW Draw the parabola formed in The Parabolic Envelope. We will discuss the parabola tomorrow.
EC- How do you think you did on the test? What was the most difficult part? Why?


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today, we started the unit on Circles. We will be learning how to find the measures of the different parts of the circle, like the measures of chords and arc. We will also learn how to find the measures of the different angles formed by chords, tangents, and secants.
On Wednesday, there will be a short quiz on the vocabulary and problems associated with the circle.

EC Draw circle A with your compass (if possible). Label radius AC, diameter CD, chord EF, secant FG, and tangent DH. Name the point of tangency.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Monday is the test on Conics and Graphing as well as Solving Equations of Conics algebraically. Make sure you understand every problem on the review sheet and you should do well.
You may check out Ms Burnham's weblog to see the solutions for the review sheet. Our question #5 is different from hers. All of the other ones are the same.

EC How will you prepare for Monday's test? Write at least 3 sentences.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today was the test on Solids-LA, TA and Volume.
No hw this weekend.
EC Write a paragraph about how you think you did on this test. Which parts were the toughest for you? Why?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today, you received the review sheets for Monday's test on Conics. Please make sure all problems are completed before the test.
See me anytime tomorrow if you want to check your answers (pd 2).
Remember the earthquake drill is tomorrow. No pd 2 class and pd 1 class is about 25 minutes.

EC question....Which conic was the most difficult to understand? Why?

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Tomorrow is the test on Solids. All formulas for LA, TA and Volume will be given on the test. Study the review sheet for this test!

EC Which solid was the most difficult to understand ? Why?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
The next test will be on Monday due to the earthquake drill on Friday.
Today, we finished lesson 10.3 by graphing systems of inequalities and going over a conic word problem.
HW page 608 # 31,33,35 page 609 #39
page 612 # 19,21,and 25 ( I think!)
EC problems page 609 #40, 42

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We are currently reviewing for the test on Solids this Friday.
HW Worksheet # 4-10 all and # 1,2,3 on the back
EC Draw a sphere with radius 6 cm. Find the surface area and volume. (This is an easy one!)

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
The next quiz will be on Monday!
For the record, ALL students are expected to try each homework assignment to the best of his/her ability.
We continued going over how to solve systems of equations with conics and lines.
HW page 608 # 13-27 odds
EC problems # 28,32....(more points if you get this one!)


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
After I collected the work on The Chocolate Factory, we learned how to figure out the ratios of similar solid figures. The key is to find the scale factor, then square each number for the area ratio, and cube each scale factor number for the volume ratio.
HW Worksheet- Do all problems.
EC problem The volumes of 2 similar spheres are 729 cm^2 and 216 cm^2. Find the scale factor and the ratio of their areas.

Week of April 20th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We graphed conic section inequalities and started to solve systems of equations with conics and lines. We will solve these problems algebraically.
HW page 607 # 1,3,7,9, and 11
EC problems #6 and # 12.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today, we worked on a concept lesson to determine the best type of container for selling chocolate. The choices were a cylinder, square prism, and triangular prism. Most students were surprised that the cylinder container had the most volume.
We also learned that doubling or tripling the dimensions of a rectangular prism make the volume cubed and the surface area squared.

EC problem---How did today's lesson help you to better understand volume and area of containers with the same height but different bases?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We finished the lesson on hyperbolas by going over completing the square to get the standard form for graphing hyperbolas. We also went over point-slope form for the equation of the asymptotes and the coordinates of the foci.
HW pages 599-600 # 38-41 all and # 48.

EC page 600-601 # 50, 52.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We went over the formulas for the surface area and volume of spheres.
HW- Finish the worksheet started during class # 1-14 all.

EC problem A sphere has a volume of 1372 pi/3. Find its radius and area.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After going over the problems on ellipses, we started learning about the next conic section-the hyperbola. Examples were done during class.
HW page 599 #13,17,21,35, and 36.
EC Find real life examples of the hyperbola and ellipse on the internet, and bring your examples to class. What company logos use ellipses as part of their design?


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today was the District Quarterly Test on Areas and Volumes, as well as trigonometry.
No hw, other than finishing the problems on pyramids and cones from Wednesday's lesson.
EC Find real-life examples of pyramids, cones, and cylinders on the internet. Bring your findings to class.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We went over the graphs of ellipses in which the center is NOT at the origin. We also learned how to complete the square in order to get the equation of the ellipse in standard form. Be careful how you write the coordintes of the foci!
HW page 599 # 29-34 all

EC problem....Write the equation of the following ellipse in standard form:
9x^2 +4y^2 - 18x + 16y = 11. Give the coordinates of the foci (2 points if correct!).

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We learned the vocabulary and formulas for LA, TA and Volume of a Cone.
HW worksheet # 1,2,3,5,8, and 9.
EC problem....Draw a cone with radius 9cm. If the slant height is 15 cm, find the height, LA, TA and Volume.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today, we learned about the ellipse, another conic section. It has 2 foci, a major axis and a minor axis.
HW page 598 # 1-9 odds
EC problem...#30 (The center of this ellipse is at (2,4).

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today, we went over the vocabulary and formulas for the lateral area, total area, and volume of a pyramid.
HW- pd 3 class Worksheet # 7-12 all.
Pds 5,6 Finish all problems on today's worksheet.
EC problem....Draw a square pyramid with height 8 cm. If the base edge is 12 cm, find the LA, TA, and Volume of this pyramid.

Week of April 13th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2

Today, we started the chapter on the Conic Sections, which include the parabola, circle, ellipse, and hyperbola. Today's lesson focused on the circle.
We went over the standard form for the equation of a circle, how to sketch a circle given its equation, and how to complete the square to find the center and radius.
HW pages 589-590 # 1,5,9,13,17,21,25,29, 33, and 39.
EC problem page 589 # 38

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Due to today's field trip, students attending class worked on a geometry puzzle involving 3 dimensional figures. Students completing the work received a Snickers candy.
Tomorrow, we will begin the study of the pyramids.
No HW tonight!
EC question.....What are the differences between pyramids and prisms?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today was the quiz on Word Problems with Logs or Natural Logs (ln).
Most of you did very well on this quiz!
Have a great one week vacation!

EC problems page 574 #42 and page 579 # 62

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today was the quiz on Cylinders and Prisms.
EC puzzle was given out after the quiz.
Have a great one week vacation!

Another EC problem....A cylinder with height 12 cm has a volume of 600 pi cubic cm.
Find its radius.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Tomorrow will be the quiz on Log Word Problems using formulas. To do well, you should go over the 2 worksheets plus the Quick Draw problems.
Pd 1 class needs to finish Quick Draw #3.
EC problem....How long will it take 2 bacteria to grow to 100 bacteria if the growth constant is 0.7432?

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We went over the Cylinder formulas for LA, TA, and Volume.
Tomorrow's quiz will be on Areas (LA and TA) and Volumes of Cylinders and Prisms.
HW Finish # 3,4 on today's worksheet. STUDY the problems we went over in class!

EC problem...A cylinder with LA 72pi has a height of 9. Find the Total Area (You must find the radius first.)

Algebra 2H pds1,2
We continued on Logarithmic Word Problems-today we learned the Depreciation Formula and reviewed the formula for Compound Interest. Quiz will be on Friday.
HW Worksheet # 1-8 all
EC problem textbook page574 # 48

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
There will be a short quiz on Friday-on Prisms.
Today, we went over the formulas for finding the LA, TA and Volume of Cubes.
HW Worksheet # 1,2,9, and 10.

EC problem....Draw a cube with 8 cm edges. Find the LA, TA and Volume.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After going over the quiz, we started the unit on word problems involving logarithms or natural logs. We went over two formulas - one for growth and decay, and the other for interest compounded continuously.
HW Worksheet # 2-12 evens
EC problem #11 on this worksheet


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today, we started the unit on Solids-3 dimensional figures. We learned how to compute the lateral area, total area, and volume of the right prism.
HW Worksheet # 3,6-10 all

EC problem....Draw a right triangular prism. If the base edges are 3 cm,4 cm and 5 cm (right triangle base) and the height of the prism is 8 cm, find the LA, TA and Volume of this prism.

Week of March 30th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today was the quiz on Exponential and Logarithmic Functions.
EC puzzle was given out after the quiz--it is due tomorrow.
NO other ec tonight!

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We did an Activity Worksheet called The Baby, The Mama, and The Papa.
Hopefully, we learned that the ratio of similar figures follow a pattern.
a/b for perimeter or sides, a^2/b^2 for the areas, and a^3/b^3 for the volumes.
Tomorrow, we start learning about surface area and volumes of solids (3 dimensional figures).
No hw tonight!
EC Question....If the ratio of 2 similar triangles is 3:7, find the ratio of their areas and the ratio of their volumes.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Monday will be the quiz on Logarithms and inverse functions.
To do well, go over the problems from the practice test plus the problems I did during Friday's class.
EC Find log base 4 of 7.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today was the quiz on Areas of Regular Polygons.
EC puzzle on Areas of Circles was given out afterwards.
It is due before the start of class on Monday.
No other ec this weekend.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After the hw, students received the Practice Review Sheet for the next quiz on Monday. Students worked on the problems during class. \
HW Finish doing ALL problems on the review sheet.

EC problem... Write the inverse equation of f(x)=2x-5. Graph both of these equations.


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
After admiring everyone's mandala projects, we reviewed for tomorrow's quiz on Areas of Regular Polygons. We did Quick Draw for Points to review.

HW Be prepared for tomorrow's quiz. Study the formulas! Bring a scientific calculator if you want to try the bonus problem.

EC problem....If there is a regular decagon, what would be the measure of its central angle? Try to sketch one.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today, we learned many different things about natural logs (ln) and log equations.
It is very important to remember that ln e=1.
HW page 567 #41,45,49,53,and 57
page 574 # 1,5,9,13,21, and 25.
EC problems page 574 # 20 and #32

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
The mandala projects are due tomorrow!!! Hope everyone does a fantastic job!
Today, we finished going over problems involving areas of regular polygons.
There will be a quiz on this one topic on Friday.
HW Practice Quiz # 1-10 all

EC problem...Draw a regular octagon (stop sign). Label its radii, apothem, and central angles. Find the measure of the angle formed when the central angle is bisected by the apothem.

Week of March 23rd

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We used our calculators to find logs of numbers in base 10 as well as antilogs of numbers (answer when the log is given).
HW pages 567-568 # 1,5,9,13,17,21,25,29,33,37 and #67,71

EC problem....
#74 -Use the data from # 73 for this problem.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We klearned that the area formula for any regular polygon is pa/2 (perimeter times apothem divided by 2)

HW Worksheet # 3-9 all and #15-19 all.

EC problem...Draw a regular equilateral triangle. If its apothem = 6cm, find the perimeter and then the area of this figure.

All students in Algebra Two must have scientific calculators for the lessons on Logarithms!!!!

Pds 1,2 Today, we went over the properties of logarithms. We went over how to expand log expressions and then write the expansion as one log expression. We also learned how to solve Log Equations.
HW pages 559-560 #15,19,23,27,31,35,39,43, and 47.
EC problem...#46.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
It seems like some of you forgot to study over the weekend for today's quiz!!!
The quiz covered circumference and area of a circle, length of an arc, areas of sectors, and areas of segments of a circle.
HW Work on your Mandala projects...they are due on Thursday!

EC problem....Explain why you did or did not do well on today's quiz. Write at least 4 sentences.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
By Monday, I expect ALL algebra 2 students to have a scientific calculator for use in class and for the homework.
Today, we went over the hw problems and started the section on the Properties of Logs.
We learned that when you multiply logs with the same base, you actually add the logs. We also will find out that when you divide logs with the same base, you subtract the logs.
No hw due to the mininum day schedule.

EC Question- Tell how the technology used in today's lesson helped you to better understand the first property of logs.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Remember your Mandala Projects are due on Thursday!!!!

We reviewed the more difficult hw problems. We practiced some problems in class to prepare for Monday's quiz.
The quiz will cover circumference and area of a circle, length of an arc, and areas of sectors and segments. The quiz will be VERY similar to the Practice Quiz you did for Thursday. All formulas must be memorized.

EC problem....Draw a circle with a 12 cm radius. Find its area and circumference using pi in your answer, and then find the same answers using 3.14 as pi.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After reviewing the problems on inverses of functions, we started the new topic: Logarithms. Logs are simply exponents. All students must know how to solve log equations by changing them into exponential form. Also, students must know how to write exponential equations in log form.
HW page 553-554 # 1-57 every other odd.
EC problems...#92 and94.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
The next quiz will be on Monday. Today, we went over the answers to the Practice Quiz. We also went over some of the tougher questions on page 578 of the textbook.

HW page 591 # 26-33 all and page 592 # 17-20 all.
EC problem...page 578 #24.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
EC for tenth graders....How easy was the CAHSEE? Explain your answer.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
After going through the hw problems, we learned how to find the area of a segment of a circle. The formula is: Area of Sector - Area of Triangle.
HW Practice Test Do ALL problems--Show work!

EC problem---Draw a circle with a sector whose central angle = 90º. If the radius = 12 cm, find the area of the segment bound by the two radii and the 90º arc.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Due to the CAHSSE testing, no new work was covered today.
Good luck on the math portion tomorrow!!!

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
After I collected last night's hw, we learned the formula for the area of a circle as well as the formula for the area of a sector of a circle (bounded by 2 radii and an arc). We filled out the notes and formulas on a cw paper.
HW Worksheet 10.7 Do all problems except for #4,8, and 18-20.

EC problem...Find the difference in area between a pizza with a 20 inch diameter compared to a pizza with a 16 inch diameter.

Week of March 16th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today, we finished going over the inverses of functions. We learned that one-to-one functions have inverses that are also functions. If a function is NOT one-to-one, then its inverse is NOT a function (parabola).
HW pages 545-546 #3,7,11,17,25,27,and 31.

EC problem....#36 (This is an easy one!).

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
After going over the hw problems, we learned how to find the length of an arc of a circle. You must memorize this formula.
HW page 570 # 9-26 all and #28-38 evens

EC problem...Find the length of an arc of a circle of radius 15cm if the arc's central angle measures 72º.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After going over the CST answers and the hw on exponential functions, we started Lesson 9-2. This lesson is on The Inverses of Functions. Just switch x with y, and solve for the new y. Both graphs should be symmetric to the line y=x.
HW page 545 # 1,9,13,15, and 19
EC problem....#16.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
All work from the past two days was collected.
We started the lesson on Circles. Terms like arcs, adjacent arcs, circumference, major and minor arcs, semicircles, and central angles were taught.
HW Worksheet # 1-20 all
EC problem.....Draw Circle O with diameter AD. Place point B in the upper part of your circle. If arc AB measures 53º, find the measure of major arcs BDA, arc BD, and central angles AOB and BOD. Name a semicircle as well.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2

It is VERY important for ALL students to have a scientific calculator for the chapter that we're currently studying (Logarithms and Exponential Functions). Please be responsible and have your own calculator available for classroom use.
Having said that, today we derived the value of e, an irrational number used in many mathematical calculations. We also learned the formula for continuous interest.
HW page 536 # 24,25d,26a,b,d and 27a.
EC problem page 537 # 28a and b.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today was the long awaited test on Areas of Polygons. Hopefully, all of you studied and did well.
Please bring a ruler to class tomorrow. You will need it for the work you'll be doing.
EC problem...which problem on the test gave you the most trouble? Why?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We learned the formula for Compound Interest, as well as learning how to solve a math problem involving half-life.
HW page 536 # 8,10,23, and 25. You can omit #25c.
EC problem #26 b.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We reviewed problems similar to the ones on tomorrow's test on Areas of Polygons.
Memorize all formulas and BE PREPARED!!!!
HW Study for the test tomorrow!
EC How will you prepare for tomorrow's test? Answer in at least 3 sentences.

Week of March 9th

Algebra 2H pds 1,2

We started Chapter 9 today. It will cover Exponential Functions and Logarithms.
Today, we graphed equations in the form y=a^x. We also learned that exponential graphs have asymptotes, and grow or decay quite fast.
HW page 536 # 1-11 odds, and #17.
EC problem #14

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We are reviewing for the test on Areas of Polygons, which will be on Wednesday.
After going over the hw answers, students received a review worksheet.
HW Finish all problems not finished during class.

EC problem...A rhombus has diagonals of 12 cm and 16 cm. Find its area and perimeter.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today, we graphed parabolas using the graphing parabola. Students learned how to use the trace key to figure out solutions for graphing.
No hw this weekend!
EC Question...Did the graphing calculator help you to better understand how to graph parabolas? Why or why not?

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
After going over the hw, we did some area problems using the whiteboards. The next quiz on area will be on Wednesday.
HW Worksheet # 1-6 and #10-15 all Calculators can be used.

EC problem...Draw an isosceles triangle. If the sides are 10 cm, 10 cm, and 12 cm, find its area.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today was the quiz on Quadratic Equations.
No hw!!!
EC question....What was the hardest question on the test? Why?


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today, we learned the formula for the area of a Trapezoid. It is
1/2h(base 1 + base 2)
HW Worksheet Do All questions except for # 7,8, and 11.

EC problem....An isosceles trapezoid has bases 8 cm and 20 cm. The legs are 10cm.
Find its area. (Find the height first.)

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Tomorrow is the test on Solving Quadratic Equations and Graphing Parabolas. Make sure you review all questions from today's review sheet (especially the ones I mentioned would be on the test!).
HW Be prepared for tomorrow's test!

EC question---How will you prepare for the test? Write a solid paragraph to answer this.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today, we went over the hw as well as the formula for the Area of a Rhombus.
HW Worksheet # 1-16 all

EC problem....A rhombus has a perimeter of 52 cm and one diagonal is 24 cm. Find the area of this rhombus.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2

After going over the parabola graphing questions, the review sheet for Thursday's quiz was given out. All problems on the quiz will be similar to the questions on the review sheet.
HW Do ALL problems on the review sheet.

EC problem....Find the vertex and graph the parabola with equation
y= -2x^2 +12x - 3


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
The trig tests were given back today.
We went over hw questions on the area of a rectangle and square.
We started the lesson on the Area of Parallelograms and Triangles. Tomorrow, we will finish the lesson with the formula for the ARea of a Rhombus.
HW Worksheet from classwork # 1-14 ALL

EC problem...An equilateral triangle has a base of 12 cm. Find its area and perimeter.

March 2009

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We learned how to write quadratic equations in parabola form for graphing. The key is to find the vertex, use the line of symmetry, and find two more points for the table. Form: y= a(x-h)^2 +k (h,k) = vertex

HW page 513 # 9,13,15,21, and 23. Graph all problems.
EC problems...#10 and 20

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
After receiving grades for the trig test, we started the new chapter on Areas of Polygons and Circles.
CW worksheet was done during class.
HW Worksheet # 2-16 EVENS and # 17-24 ALL
EC problem....A rectangle has a perimeter of 152 inches and a base of 48 inches. Find its height and area.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today we learned how to solve equations in quadratic form.
HW page 502 # 1,3,9,11,17,19,23,31, and 47.
EC problems #38 and 42.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today was the test on Trigonometry. EC puzzles were given out afterwards. they are due on Monday BEFORE class starts.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Hopefully, everyone has memorized the Quadratic Formula by now. It will be used for many future math lessons.
Today, we went over the discriminant and its uses about the nature of the solutions in a quadratic equation. We also covered how to write an equation if we know its solutions ahead of time. Also, we solved for k in a discriminant related problem.

HW pages 494-495 #3,7,11,13,17,21,27,35, and 39.
EC problems page 494 #20 and page 484 #52.


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Tomorrow is the BIG TEST on Trigonometry. Make sure you understand SOHCAHTOA and its uses in solving right triangle problems. Review the word problems we covered in class. Also, make sure you bring your calculator to class tomorrow.

HW Worksheet on Sine, Cosine, and Tangent. Bring the Quick Draw Paper to class as well.

EC problem....Right triangle ABC has sides of 12, 16 and 20. If C is the right angle, find the sine, cosine, and tangent of angle B.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today, we learned the derivation of the Quadratic Formula and how to use it to solve quadratic equations. We also sang the formula to the tune of "Pop Goes The Weasel".
HW pages 485-486 # 1 a,d, 5, 9, 13, 17, 21, 31, and 41.

Ec problem #30 and #44.

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
The test on Trigonometry will be on Friday. Today, we went over the hw worksheet. Then students worked together or separately to solve a worksheet of word problems in which the pictures needed to be drawn as well as the problems needed to be solved.
HW Finish any problems not finished during class.

EC Question Why should this unit be the easiest one to get a great grade on when the test is given? Answer in at least 3 sentences.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We went over the hw on Completing the Square, and then did one practice problem in class.
HW puzzle on Completing the Square-this will be collected...Show ALL work!!!
EC problem page 475 #40

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
The Trigonometry Test will be this Friday....Today, we covered word problems involving the Angles of Elevation and Depression with trigonometry.
HW Worksheet 8.5 Do all problems!

EC problem...A tree casts a 10 foot shadow. How tall is the tree if the angle of elevation of the sun is 54º? Draw a picture and solve.

Week of February 23rd

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
After going over the quiz problems, we started Chapter 8. Today's lesson was on solving quadratic equations by taking the square root or by completing the square.
HW page 475 # 3,7,11,13,19,25,29,35,37,39, and 43. The last four problems are solved by completing the square.
EC problem # 44

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
We reviewed the hw worksheet on Sine and Cosine. Then, students received a similar worksheet to do for homework tonight.
EC problem...In solving trigonometry problems, why must you know all three ratios(sine, cosine, and tangent) and not just one or two of them?

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today was the quiz on Radicals and Complex Numbers.
Extra credit puzzle was given out after the quiz. It is due before class starts on Monday.
EC problem (from the past) page 356 #34

Geometry H pds 3,5,6
By now, all of you should have calculators for our unit on Trigonometry.
Today, we learned the sine and cosine ratios. SineA= opposite/hypotenuse,
and cosineA = adjacent/hypotenuse.
An easy way to remember the ratios is SOHCAHTOA.
HW Worksheet-on Sine and Cosine. Do all problems!

EC problem....A right triangle has hypotenuse= 64 cm. One of the acute angles
is 54º. Find the measure of each leg of the triangle.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
Today was the review for tomorrow's quiz on Radicals and Complex Numbers.
Make sure you go over all of the problems we did in class today. Hopefully you understand them!

EC problem....page 450 #20 and 30

Geometry H pds 3,5,6

Hopefully, all of you will have a scientific calculator by tomorrow's class. We will be using them for the unit on Trigonometry.
HW Tonight---Do all problems on the Tangent Ratio Worksheet.

EC problem....A right triangle has sides of 3 cm, 4cm, and 5 cm. Find the measure of its angles. Use the tangent ratio. Draw a diagram also.

Algebra 2H pds 1,2
We are reviewing for our test on Friday-Topics include simplifying radicals, radical equations, and adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing radical expressions and complex numbers.
HW Worksheet # 16-48 all
EC problem...Simplify: 15/cube root of 5.


Geometry H pds 3,5,6
Today, the Valentines Poems were due.
Most of them were extremely well done!

We started the unit on Trigonometry today. We went over how to use the tangent ratio to solve problems with right triangles. You will need a scientific calculator for this unit.
HW Worksheet 8.3. Try to do all problems.
EC problem....A ladder leaning against a building makes a 42º angle with the ground. The ladder is 10 feet from the building. Find the height of the building. (Use the tangent ratio.)