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Preparing for Algebra and Technical Programs (MATH 0060)

Total Credits: 4
Lecture Credits: 4.00
Lab Credits: 0.00

Description: This course prepares you for algebra and technical programs. You should be competent in whole numbers and decimals before taking this course, and you should need only a brief review of fractions and ratios. Topics include the following: percents; applications of ratio and percent; interpreting and constructing graphs; statistics (mean, median, mode); metric and English measurement; basic geometry concepts; and preparation for algebra. Class activities include short lectures, small group work and lab activities. Must be taken Pass/No Credit. NOTE: For programs having a mathematics requirement of MATH 0060 only, students should take MATH 0060 instead of MATH 0077.

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Placement score into MATH 0060 or pass the on-campus Adult Basic Education exit test.