IGCSE Advanced Algebra 2 is an accelerated course that integrates select Pre-Calculus concepts to prepare students for AICE Mathematics 1. Students are expected to master Algebraic mechanics and understand the underlying theory and apply the concepts to real-world situations. Examples of extended topics include graphing, solving equation, and solving practical problems with exponential, logarithmic, and rational functions, composition and inverse functions application to practical situations, conic sections, and sum of finite convergent series. The study of the trigonometric circular functions will continue from IGCSE Geometry and prepare students for further study of this topic in the Pre-Calculus course, AICE Mathematics 1. Assessment includes an external student examination and course work evaluations by the teacher. This course has an associated Standards of Learning (SOL) test. Students will participate in the SOL test only when they have not yet earned sufficient credit for graduation and/or satisfied federal testing requirements. Algebra 2 is required for the Advanced Studies Diploma. This course replaces IGCSE Algebra 2 - Trigonometry offered in 2020-21 and previous years.
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