Thurs. Jan. 12

Skill Check tomorrow

Sect 1/2:
Today in class we practiced problem solving with proportions.
We introduced an application of proportions - similar polygons - but we were rushed.
Homework: Actively read first two pages of handout. Do the two "on your own" problems.
Complete problems 1-6 on the "5.1 exercises" page.

Skill Check Friday: 5 questions
1.) Write a ratio to describe a situation
2.) Simplify a ratio - converting measurements first
3.) Calculate a unit cost to determine which is the better buy
4.) Solve two proportions - one mental math; one cross products

Sect 3/4/5:
Today in class - more addition; quick review/intro of multiplication.
Homework: 5.4 worksheet - problems 1-11

Skill Check Friday: 5 questions
1.) Put a set of rational numbers in order - may include positive, negative, fractions, decimals.
2.) Compare two fractions
3.) Find LCM of two monomials
4.) Two add / subtract fraction problems