Course: MHF4U (Advanced Functions) Observation Unit: As
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OVERALL EXPECTATIONS
By the end of this course, students will:
A1. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between exponential expressions and logarithmic
expressions, evaluate logarithms, and apply the laws of logarithms to simplify numeric expressions;
A2. Identify and describe some key features of the graphs of logarithmic functions, make connections among the
numeric, graphical, and algebraic representations of logarithmic functions, and solve related problems
graphically;
A3. Solve exponential and simple logarithmic equations in one variable algebraically, including those in
problems arising from real-world applications.
[Link] an understanding of the meaning and application of radian measure;
[Link] connections between trigonometric ratios and the graphical and algebraic representations of the
corresponding trigonometric functions and between trigonometric functions and their reciprocals, and use
these connections to solve problems;
[Link] problems involving trigonometric equations and prove trigonometric identities.
C1. Identify and describe some key features of polynomial functions, and make connections between the
numeric, graphical, and algebraic representations of polynomial functions;
C2. Identify and describe some key features of the graphs of rational functions, and represent rational functions
graphically;
C3. Solve problems involving polynomial and simple rational equations graphically and algebraically;
C4. Demonstrate an understanding of solving polynomial and simple rational inequalities.
D1. Demonstrate an understanding of average and instantaneous rate of change, and determine, numerically and
graphically, and interpret the average rate of change of a function over a given interval and the
instantaneous rate of change of a function at a given point;
D2. Determine functions that result from the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of two functions
and from the composition of two functions, describe some properties of the resulting functions, and solve
related problems;
D3. Compare the characteristics of functions, and solve problems by modelling and reasoning with functions,
including problems with solutions that are not accessible by standard algebraic techniques.
Culminating Task: Making the World a Better Place
Part of the evaluation of this course will be in the form of a Culminating Task, worth 10% of your final Grade.
In this activity you will explore connections between the concepts learned in this course and environmental
issues. Specifically, you will create a mathematical model and visual representations to provide evidence to
convince investors that a way to improve an environmental issue of your choice would be a worthy project in
which to invest.
Overview
You have decided that you are going to make a pitch to the hosts of a reality TV show where entrepreneurs
request funding for projects, or products, designed to reduce the damage to the environment caused by human
activity. Your pitch must combine a compelling reason why your initiative should be supported, with evidence
that justifies the need for action. You will research and collect secondary data, use the data to create graphical
and algebraic models, make predictions based on your algebraic model and create a visual presentation using
the media/ platform of your choice (PowerPoint, WordPress, Prezi, Weebly, iMovie, Show Me, Blogger,
Tumblr, YouTube, etc.). The function used to create your algebraic model must be one of the types of functions
(polynomial of degree 3 or higher, exponential, logarithmic or trigonometric) covered in this course.
Step 1: Identify and describe an environmental issue and a proposed way to reduce impact and improve
outcomes. The proposal could be as simple as a campaign to convince people to change daily habits that are
harmful to the environment or as complex as developing a new environmentally friendly product or process.
Step 2: Research secondary data from a reliable source and create a mathematical model to predict outcomes if
no action to reduce harmful effects is taken.
Step 3: Create algebraic and graphic representations of your model and provide a brief, but convincing,
description of the benefits of your proposal.
Task Checklist This assessment is out of 60 marks and is worth 10% of your final mark. You will submit your
Culminating Task upon completion of this course where you will be prompted at the end to submit your report
and an oral presentation for feedback. Your proposal should contain the following elements:
The teacher will assess your work using the following rubric. Before submitting your assessment, review
the rubric to ensure that you are meeting the success criteria to the best of your ability.