MATH 006A: Precalculus: An Introduction to Functions 1

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Units: 4

Hours: Lecture, 3 hours; discussion, 1 hour

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Prerequisites: MATH 003 or MATH 06LA, may be taken concurrently; the Mathematics Department determines the study program pathway based upon the score on the Mathematics Advisory Examination; or consent of instructor

Description: Develops and refines quantitative reasoning, covariational reasoning, problem solving, and algebraic proficiency in preparation for calculus. Topics include functions, properties of functions, ways to create new functions, and modeling real-world situations with functions. Specific functions covered include linear, exponential, and logarithmic functions.

Credit: Credit is awarded for one of the following MATH 006A, MATH 004, or MATH 005A.

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Serves as a prerequisite for

CHEM 001A CHEM 001W CHEM 01LA CS 009A CS 010A MATH 006B MATH 06LA MATH 06LB PSYC 011 PSYC 012
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