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ap precalculus - polynomials, transformations & exponentials

originally streamed in 2024 with Mollie Lemasters & Anna CulattaStudents
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Learn key AP Precalculus concepts in this free cram session preview covering polynomial functions, transformations, exponential equations, and FRQ strategies. This 1-hour session walks you through exam-focused topics with expert instruction and live ...more

covered in this stream

units
Unit 1 – Polynomial and Rational FunctionsUnit 2 – Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
topics
1.2 Rates of Change1.3 Rates of Change in Linear and Quadratic Functions1.12 Transformations of Functions2.13 Exponential and Logarithmic Equations and Inequalities2.5 Exponential Function Context and Data Modeling2.14 Logarithmic Function Context and Data Modeling2.15 Semi-log Plots2.6 Competing Function Model Validation

timestamps

  • 0:00

    Welcome and Introduction

  • 0:35

    Cram Mode Overview

  • 1:38

    Tonight's Agenda

  • 2:40

    Cram Session Benefits

  • 3:44

    Meet the Hosts

  • 5:20

    Preview Nights 1 and 2

  • 6:23

    Exam Structure Overview

  • 7:56

    Score Breakdown

  • 9:00

    Polynomial and Rational Functions

  • 9:32

    Rates of Change

  • 12:40

    Practice Problem 1

  • 15:33

    Rates Using Tables

  • 17:06

    Practice Problem 2

  • 20:01

    Practice Problem 3

  • 22:36

    Linear and Quadratic Equations

  • 25:48

    Manipulating Functions

  • 26:50

    Additive Transformations

  • 27:56

    Multiplicative Transformations

  • 29:29

    Combined Transformations

  • 30:00

    Practice Question on Transformations

  • 33:42

    Solving Equations and Inequalities

  • 36:50

    Practice Problem on Logs

  • 39:43

    Exponential Inequalities

  • 42:23

    Exponential and Log Applications

  • 44:27

    Constructing Models and Residuals

  • 45:30

    Residual Practice Problem

  • 48:01

    Semi-Log Plots

  • 49:34

    Practice Problem on Compound Interest

  • 52:58

    FRQ Overview and Practice

  • 56:58

    Q&A and Resources

  • 58:33

    Closing Remarks

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