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Algebra 2

Algebra 2 extends the concepts from Algebra 1 into more advanced territory. Topics include polynomial operations, rational expressions, radical functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, sequences and series, and an introduction to complex numbers. Browse all Algebra 2 terms organized by topic below.

Functions & Relations51

Function notation, domain, range, types of functions, and function operations

Polynomials & Factoring46

Polynomial operations, factoring, synthetic division, and polynomial theorems

Linear Equations & Graphs34

Slope, linear equations, systems of equations, and graphing lines

Trig Functions & Definitions25

Sine, cosine, tangent, unit circle, SOHCAHTOA, law of sines/cosines, and basic trig definitions

Number Types & Classification22

Types of numbers: integers, rationals, reals, primes, composites, and number classification systems

Exponentials & Logarithms21

Exponential functions, logarithms, growth/decay, and their properties

Quadratic Equations & Parabolas19

Quadratic formula, factoring quadratics, discriminant, vertex form, and parabolas

Arithmetic Operations & Exponents17

Basic arithmetic operations, exponents, powers, roots, and order of operations

Probability & Counting16

Combinations, permutations, probability rules, and counting principles

Fractions & Decimals12

Fractions, decimals, mixed numbers, and operations with fractions

Absolute Value4

Absolute value definition, equations, inequalities, and rules

Matrices & Linear Algebra37

Matrix operations, determinants, inverses, eigenvalues, and systems solved with matrices

Coordinate Geometry & Analytic Methods31

Coordinate plane, distance formula, midpoint, analytic geometry, and coordinate systems

Inequalities & Interval Notation27

Inequalities, compound inequalities, absolute value inequalities, interval notation, and complex numbers

Sequences & Series26

Arithmetic and geometric sequences, series, summation notation, and convergence

Statistics & Data Displays26

Descriptive statistics, data visualization, distributions, and sampling

Conic Sections16

Ellipses, hyperbolas, circles, and their equations

Probability Fundamentals16

Probability rules, conditional probability, Bayes theorem, and probability calculations

Radicals & Rational Expressions14

Radicals, radical equations, rational expressions, and rationalizing

Graphing Trigonometric Functions13

Amplitude, period, phase shift, sinusoids, and graphing trig functions

Trigonometric Identities11

Pythagorean, double angle, half angle, sum/difference, and other trig identities

Limits & Continuity11

Limits, one-sided limits, continuity, intermediate value theorem, and theorems

Factors, Multiples & Divisibility8

Factors, multiples, GCF, LCM, prime factorization, and divisibility

Variation & Proportion7

Direct, inverse, and joint variation; proportional relationships

Algebra Vocabulary & General Concepts49

Core algebra vocabulary, properties, and general mathematical concepts

Curves & Special Functions32

Conics review, spheroids, extrema, inflection points, and advanced function analysis

Measurement, Estimation & Notation25

Measurement, scientific notation, rounding, significant digits, and mathematical notation

Logic & Proof25

Conditional statements, proof methods, logical connectives, and quantifiers

Graph Transformations & Symmetry23

Translations, reflections, stretches, compressions, and symmetry of graphs

Set Theory19

Sets, set operations, Venn diagrams, and set notation

Inference & Regression17

Linear regression, correlation, hypothesis testing, and statistical inference

Number Systems & Properties16

Algebraic properties, number classifications, and equivalence relations

Precalculus Analysis & Methods11

Function analysis, advanced algebra connections, and precalculus methods

Data Display & Visualization10

Histograms, box plots, scatter plots, and data visualization methods

Financial Mathematics9

Interest, annuities, present/future value, and financial formulas

Number Theory & Modular Arithmetic8

Gaussian integers, modular arithmetic, transcendental numbers, and number-theoretic concepts

Multivariable & Advanced Calculus2

Partial derivatives, multivariable calculus, and advanced calculus topics

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