LibGuides: MTH204 v2: Module 2

Module 2 Required Resources

Textbook

Lial, M.L., Hungerford, T.W., Holcomb, J.P., & Mullins, B. (2023). Finite Mathematics with Applications In the Management, Natural, and Social Sciences (13th ed.). Pearson Education.

Read the following chapters sections: 1.6, 1.7, 2.4, 2.5, and 7.1

Your course textbook can be accessed via the DART eBook link in the Getting Started module.

Videos

Solving Inequalities In One Variable & Graph On Number Line
Mario's Math Tutoring. (2020, Nov 2). Solving Inequalities In One Variable & Graph On Number Line [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_GxAF6xV8Q

Learn in this video how to solve inequalities involving one variable and graph the solution on a number line.
Solving Polynomial Inequalities
The Organic Chemistry Tutor. (2018, Feb 11). Solving Polynomial Inequalities [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fd5ys4PQ-aM

This video provides a basic introduction into solving polynomial inequalities using a sign chart on a number line and expressing the solution as an inequality using interval notation.
Solving a Basic Rational Inequality: Linear Over Linear (Greater Than or Equal)
Mathispower4u. (2023, Dec 7). Solving a Basic Rational Inequality: Linear Over Linear (Greater Than or Equal) [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBtH3-MHvpI&list=PLROOIV7hGpZiBnrDo866bcH5Ce61Vk5dT

This video explains how to solve a rational inequality and express the solution as a graph, using inequalities, and using interval notation.
Math tutorial for solving rational equations
Brian McLogan. (2015, Oct 21). Math tutorial for solving rational equations [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-a6tkwHZEM&list=PL0G-Nd0V5ZMoiWHx3Is2fkrFPB5e-vyoI

Learn in this video how to solve rational equations.
Solving Radical Equations
The Organic Chemistry Tutor. (2018, Jan 26). Solving Radical Equations [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-a6tkwHZEM&list=PL0G-Nd0V5ZMoiWHx3Is2fkrFPB5e-vyoI

This algebra video tutorial explains how to solve radical equations. It contains plenty of examples and practice problems.
How to factor a 5-term polynomial (rational zero theorem & synthetic division)
bprp math basics. (2024, Mar 17). How to factor a 5-term polynomial (rational zero theorem & synthetic division) [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yx2RetjV1Bo

How to factor a 5-term polynomial (rational zero theorem & synthetic division)
Solving Quadratic Equations (5 Methods)
Mario's Math Tutoring. (2019, Oct 14). Solving Quadratic Equations (5 Methods) [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puWdJ-s9y_Y&t=12s

Learn in this video five methods for solving quadratic equations.

Module 2 Optional Resources

Purple Math
Purple Math. (n.d.). Purple Math. https://www.purplemath.com/

This website hosts mini-lectures on topics discussed in this course.
Quick Math
Quick Math (n.d.). Math. Quick Math. https://quickmath.com/

This website hosts mini-lectures on topics discussed in this course.
Wolfram MathWorld
WolframAlpha. (n.d.). Wolfram mathworld. Wolfram MathWorld. https://mathworld.wolfram.com/

This website hosts mini-lectures on topics discussed in this course.
Study.com
Study.com. (n.d.). Study.com. Study.com. https://study.com/

This website hosts mini-lectures on topics discussed in this course.