Applied Mathematics
This course is designed for college bound students that are not intending
to major in mathematics in college. This course builds upon the foundations
of Algebra I and Geometry with specific
emphasis on finance, mathematical logic, banking, savings, investments,
credit, map skills, and problem solving. This course emphasizes problem
solving skills and provides students with the mathematical knowledge
necessary to apply Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II concepts to
problem solving.
Enduring Understandings
Research various jobs and determine pros and cons |
Understand the breakdown on typical paycheck |
Understand minimum wage |
Convert fractions to decimals to percents |
Complete various cost comparisons |
Apply simple and compound interest |
Understand direct deposit |
Use ATM |
Understand insufficient funds |
Reconcile bank account |
Understand the use of credit cards |
Understand Credit Unions |
Compare vehicle costs |
Computes miles per gallon |
Understand car loans |
Use credit wisely |
Read maps |
Plan a trip |
Compare food costs |
Use coupons and discounts |
Compare brands |
Convert recipes |
Use customary measurements |
Budgeting |
Apply test taking strategies |
Use calculator |
| Calculate area and perimeter |
Essential Questions
How does the chosen job satisfy current life demands? |
Does the housing selection satisfy the budget? |
Can you manage your money? |
What type of vehicle best suits the needs of the individual? |
Is the shortest route necessarily the best route? |
Can you calculate gas milage on a trip? |
Is it always best to purchase items in larger quantities? |
What percent of your budget should be for needs versus wants? |
Can you calculate the best buy when purchasing items? |
What are effective test taking strategies? |
Essential Vocabulary
Commission | Net pay | Gross pay | Union dues |
Salary | Hourly wage | State taxes | Federal taxes |
Utilities | Budget | Lease | Contract |
Down payment | First month's rent | Association dues | Bank |
Credit union | Simple interest | Compound interest | ATM |
Minimum payment | Balance | Bi-monthly | Annually |
Quarterly | Principal | Direct deposit | Mean |
CD | Insufficient funds | Lease term | Median |
Depreciation | Key words | Incentive | Mode |
Net trade-in | Allowance | Insurance | |
MPG | Destination fees | Short term loan | |
Interest | Discount | Percent | |
Coordinates | Direction | Map symbols | |
Map key | Scale | Scale units | |
Unit price | Coupon | Sales tax | |
Tablespoon | Teaspoon | MSRP | |
Conversion | Servings per container | Generic | |
Compass rose | Distance | Annual cost | |
Legend | Event sale price | Guess and check | |
Understanding the question | Order of operations | Reasonable answer |
Units of Study
Careers |
Housing |
Finances |
Vehicles |
BANKING |
Maps |
Groceries |
RECREATION |
Test Strategies |
