Standards
Maryland State Voluntary Curriculum
Goal 1: Functions and Algebra
The student will demonstrate the ability to investigate, interpret, and communicate solutions to mathematical and real-world problems using patterns, functions, and algebra.
Expectation 2: The student will model and interpret real-world situations using the language of mathematics and appropriate technology.
Indicator 5: The student will apply formulas and/or use matrices (arrays of numbers) to solve real-world problems.
Assessment limits:
- Formulas will be provided in the problem or on the reference sheet.
- Formulas may express linear or non-linear relationships.
- The students will be expected to solve for first degree variables only.
- Matrices will represent data in tables.
- Matrix addition, subtraction, and/or scalar multiplication may be necessary.
- Inverse and determinants of matrices will be required.