This is an accelerated unit designed to provide a challenge to students of high mathematical aptitude. Successful completion of this unit will allow students to undertake MSD01 Prep for VCE Maths Methods Unit 1 next semester. 

Students will be able to: explain how to solve a problem; solve problems in financial mathematics, including applications of simple and compound interest including using ICT and judge the reasonableness of results; work fluently with index laws, in both numeric and algebraic expressions and use scientific notation, significant figures and approximations in practical situations; solve problems involving linear equations and inequalities by substituting into and rearranging formulae, by sketching a straight line using the intercept method and gradient and y-intercept method, and by solving problems using linear simultaneous equations; use simplification techniques for linear and quadratic equations; investigate problems requiring data-based inquiry, collecting univariate and bivariate data, including from secondary sources, and justify conclusions; solve problems involving right-angled triangles using Pythagoras’ theorem and trigonometric ratios and justify reasoning; and solve problems involving circumference and area of circles and part circles, and the surface area and volumes of cylinders and composite solids.

The unit cost indicated is the 2024 fee. Please note that all unit fees are currently being reviewed and 2025 costs will be provided once approved by School Council.

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