Mathematics Notes: Algebra & Functions

Key Concepts

• Algebra involves the use of symbols and variables to represent numbers and relationships.

• Functions describe relationships between inputs (x) and outputs (y).

• Linear equations take the form y = mx + b, where m is slope and b is the intercept.

• Quadratic equations are written as ax² + bx + c = 0.

Important Ideas

• Slope represents the rate of change.

• Graphs help visualize mathematical relationships.

• Factoring and the quadratic formula are common methods for solving quadratics.

Applications

• Economics modeling

• Engineering calculations

• Computer graphics and algorithms