MATH 088 - 1: Introductory to Algebra

This course establishes a foundation in algebraic concepts and problem-solving. Topics include signed numbers, exponents, order of operations, variables, algebraic expressions, proportions, introductory planar geometry, simplifying, linear equations, graphing lines in the plane, formulas, polynomial operations, and factoring. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the above concepts in problem-solving using Polya’s four steps.