Math 3 Outcomes & Learning Targets

2014-2015
Module A: Statistics
Outcome 1: I can use statistical reasoning to draw conclusions from experiments and studies.
a. I can use the mean and standard deviation of a data set to fit the data to a normal distribution, when
appropriate, and estimate population percentages. (S.ID.4)
b. I can distinguish between, justify the use of, and recognize the limitations of sample surveys,
experiments, and observational studies. (S.IC.3, S.IC.1)
c. I can use data from a sample survey to estimate the true population mean or proportion, with a margin of
error. (S.IC.4, S.IC.1, S.IC.3)
d. I can determine if results from an experiment are statistically significant and justify appropriate
conclusions. (S.IC.5, S.IC.3)
e. I can use statistical reasoning to make sense of reports based on data. (S.IC.6)

Module B: Algebraic Reasoning

Outcome 2: I can solve equations in one variable.
a. I can explain each step in solving a simple equation. (A.REI.1)
b. I can rearrange formulas to solve for a designated variable. (A.CED.4)
c. I can solve a radical equation and test for extraneous solutions. (A.REI.2)
Outcome 3: I can solve equations and systems in two variables.
a. I can create a system of equations or inequalities to represent a problem. (A.CED.3)
b. I can determine if a solution is viable or nonviable in context. (A.CED.3)
c. I can solve a system of equations using graphs and tables. (A.REI.11)
d. I can verify solutions to an equation in two variables. (A.REI.10)
e. I can discuss how a quantity changing exponentially compares to how quantities change with other
functions. (F.LE.3)

Module C: Geometric Reasoning and Proof

Outcome 4: I can use and apply geometric theorems to prove properties of figures.
a. I can prove and use angle relationships involving two intersecting lines. (G.CO.9)
b. I can identify and use relationships between angles created by parallel lines to solve problems. (G.CO.9,
G.CO.1)
c. I can write a formal proof about properties of a triangle. (G.CO.10, G.CO.1)
d. I can construct and use inscribed and circumscribed circles of a triangle. (G.C.3)
Outcome 5: I can use similarity of figures to prove theorems and solve problems.
a. I can use relationships between sides and angles of figures to decide if shapes are similar. (G.SRT.2,
G.CO.1)
b. I can write a formal proof to show that two triangles are similar. (G.SRT.4, G.SRT.3)
c. I can write a formal proof about properties of triangles using similarity. (G.SRT.4, G.SRT.3)
d. I can use similarity properties to write formal proofs about relationships in geometric shapes. (G.SRT.5,
G.CO.1)
e. I can apply similarity properties to solve problems involving geometric shapes. (G.SRT.5, G.CO.1)

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Outcome 6: I can prove properties of geometric shapes.

a. I can write formal proofs about properties of parallelograms. (G.CO.11, G.CO.1)
b. I can write a formal proof to classify parallelograms given the properties. (G.CO.11, G.CO.1)
c. I can apply congruence properties to solve problems involving geometric shapes. (G.SRT.5, G.CO.1)
d. I can use congruence and similarity properties to write formal proofs about relationships in geometric
shapes. (G.SRT.5, G.CO.1)
e. I can make formal geometric constructions using a variety of tools and methods. (G.CO.12)

Module D: Polynomials
Outcome 7: I can build and analyze polynomial functions.
a. I can create and graph polynomial functions to model a relationship. (F.BF.1, A.CED.2, N.Q.1)
b. I can identify the key features (intercepts, intervals of increase/decrease, positive/negative, relative
maximums/minimums, symmetry, and end behavior) of polynomial functions using graphs and tables.
(F.IF.4, F.IF.7)
c. I can compare properties of two functions that are represented differently. (F.IF.9)
d. I can use polynomial functions solve geometric design problems. (F.BF.1, G.MG.3)
Outcome 8: I can perform arithmetic operations on polynomials.
a. I can add, subtract and multiply polynomials. (A.APR.1)
b. I can divide polynomials. (A.APR.6)
c. I can determine which operations of polynomials always result in a polynomial. (A.APR.1)
d. I can prove a polynomial identity and use its structure to rewrite expressions. (A.APR.4, A.SSE.2)
Outcome 9: I can relate the zeroes of a polynomial function to its expression, solutions, and graph.
a. I can choose and produce equivalent forms of simple polynomials to identify the zeroes. (A.APR.3,
A.SSE.3)
b. I can use the zeroes of a polynomial to construct a graph. (A.APR.3)
c. I can apply the Remainder Theorem. (A.APR.2)
d. Honors only: I can explain and use the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra. (N.CN.9+)
Outcome 10: I can rewrite quadratic equations in multiple forms and use their structure to solve
problems.
a. I can produce equivalent forms (vertex, factored, and standard) of a quadratic expression to reveal and
explain key features. (F.IF.8, A.SSE.3)
b. I can solve a quadratic equation by factoring, quadratic formula, and completing the square. (A.REI.4,
A.SSE.3, F.IF.8)
c. I can add, subtract and multiply complex numbers. (N.CN.2)
d. I can compare properties of two functions that are represented differently. (F.IF.9)
e. I can write the equation of a parabola given a focus and directrix. (G.GPE.2)

Module E: Circles
Outcome 11: I can prove and apply theorems about circles.
a. I can find the center and radius of a circle using completing the square. (G.GPE.1, A.SSE.3)
b. I can describe and apply angle relationships (central, inscribed, circumscribed, and exterior) in circles.
(G.C.2, G.CO.1)
c. I can describe and apply relationships among radii, tangents and chords of a circle. (G.C.2, G.CO.1)
d. I can prove properties of angles of a quadrilateral inscribed in a circle. (G.C.3)

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Outcome 12: I can calculate measurements involving circles.

a. I can find the linear distance along an arc. (G.C.5, G.CO.1)
b. I can find the area of a sector of a circle. (G.C.5)
c. I can use the connection between the intercepted arc, radius, and radian measure of an angle in a circle
to solve problems. (F.TF.1, G.C.5)
d. I can convert from degrees to radians and vice versa. (F.TF.1, N.Q.1, N.Q.2)
Outcome 13: I can use trigonometric functions to model and solve problems.
a. I can determine the coordinates of any point on a circle using the radius and angle of rotation. (F.TF.2)
b. I can use the sine and cosine functions to model patterns of periodic change. (F.TF.5)
c. I can graph a trigonometric function and describe key features (period, amplitude, and midline). (F.IF.4,
F.IF.7)
d. I can apply the Pythagorean identity in the unit circle to find unknown trigonometric ratios. (F.TF.8)

Module F: Functions
Outcome 14: I can perform arithmetic operations on rational expressions.
a. I can explain the sum and product of rational and irrational numbers. (N.RN.3)
b. I can simplify rational expressions. (A.APR.6)
c. I can solve a rational equation. (A.REI.2)
d. I can identify extraneous solutions. (A.REI.2)
e. I can add and subtract rational expressions. (A.APR.7+)
f. I can multiply and divide rational expressions. (A.APR.7+)
g. I can determine which operations of rational expressions will result in a rational expression. (A.APR.7+)
Outcome 15: I can build functions that model sequences.
a. I can build a recursive rule given a sequence, distinguishing between an arithmetic sequence and a
geometric sequence. (F.BF.2)
b. I can build an explicit formula given a sequence, distinguishing between an arithmetic sequence and a
geometric sequence. (F.BF.2)
c. I can write a recursive rule that models a context, including contexts that are neither arithmetic nor
geometric. (F.BF.1)
d. I can use the formula for the sum of a finite geometric series to solve problems. (A.SSE.4)
Outcome 16: I can analyze exponential and logarithmic functions.
a. I can find the inverse of a function if one exists. (F.BF.4)
b. I can rewrite numbers into bases 2, 10 or e. (F.LE.4)
c. I can solve exponential equations using logarithms. (F.LE.4)
d. I can graph logarithmic functions identifying intercepts and showing end behavior. (F.IF.7)
Outcome 17: I can build functions from existing functions.
a. I can determine if a given function is even or odd and justify using graphs or algebraically. (F.BF.3)
b. I can identify the effect on a graph of a function given a transformation of the function. (F.BF.3)
c. I can build a new function, given the function and the graph of its transformation. (F.BF.3)
d. I can combine standard function types to build a function that models a relationship between two
quantities. (F.BF.1)
e. Honors only: I can compose functions. (F.BF.1c)

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