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A Quadratic Functions
Overall Expectations
By the end of this course, students will:
QFV.02 determine, through investigation, the relationships between the Throughout Chapters 3 and 4
graphs and the equations of quadratic functions;
QFV.03 determine, through investigation, the basic properties of Throughout Chapters 3 and 4
quadratic functions;
QFV.04 solve problems involving quadratic functions. Throughout Chapters 3 and 4
Specific Expectations
QF1.02 factor polynomial expressions involving common factors, 3.8 Extending Algebra Skills: Factoring Quadratic Expressions
differences of squares, and trinomials;
Correlation of the Expectations for Principles of Mathematics 10 to Nelson Mathematic 10 Page 2
QF1.03 solve quadratic equations by factoring and by using graphing 3.9 Solving Problems with Quadratic Equations
calculators or graphing software; 4.7 Solving Quadratic Equations: The Quadratic Formula
QF1.04 solve quadratic equations, using the quadratic formula; 4.7 Solving Quadratic Equations: The Quadratic Formula
QF1.05 interpret real and non-real roots of quadratic equations 4.7 Solving Quadratic Equations: The Quadratic Formula
geometrically as the x-intercepts of the graph of a quadratic 3.4 The Role of the Zeros of a Quadratic Relation
function.
Investigating the Connection Between the Graphs and the Equations of Quadratic Functions
QF3.01 collect data that may be represented by quadratic functions, from 3.1 Quadratic Relations
secondary sources (e.g., the Internet, Statistics Canada), or from 4.1 Exploration: Quadratic Dental Models
experiments, using appropriate equipment and technology (e.g., 4.8 Investigating Quadratic Relations
scientific probes, graphing calculators);
QF3.02 fit the equation of a quadratic function to a scatter plot, using an 3.6 Technology: Using Quadratic Regression to Find a Curve
informal process (e.g., a process of trial and error on a graphing of Best Fit with a TI-83 Plus Calculator
calculator), and compare the results with the equation of a curve 3.7 Standard Form of a Quadratic Relation
of best fit produced by using graphing calculators or graphing 4.1 Exploration: Quadratic Dental Models
software; 4.2 The Vertex Form of a Quadratic Relation
4.4 Using Symmetry to Relate Standard Form to Vertex Form
QF3.03 describe the nature of change in a quadratic function, using finite 3.1 Quadratic Relations
differences in tables of values, and compare the nature of change 3.2 Properties of Quadratic Relations
in a quadratic function with the nature of change in a linear
function;
QF3.04 report the findings of an experiment in a clear and concise 4.1 Exploration: Quadratic Dental Models
manner, using appropriate mathematical forms (e.g., written 4.8 Investigating Quadratic Relations
explanations, tables, graphs, formulas, calculations), and justify
the conclusions reached.
QF4.02 determine the zeros and the maximum or minimum value of a 3.3 Technology: Finding the Zeros of a Quadratic Relation
quadratic function from its graph, using graphing calculators or Using a TI-83 Plus Calculator
graphing software; 3.4 The Role of the Zeros of a Quadratic Relation
4.5 Technology: Finding the Maximum or Minimum Value of a
Quadratic Relation
4.6 Determining Maximum and Minimum Values
Algebraically: Completing the Square
QF4.03 solve problems related to an application, given the graph or the Throughout Chapters 3 and 4
formula of a quadratic function (e.g., given a quadratic function
representing the height of a ball over elapsed time, answer
questions such as the following: What is the maximum height of
the ball? After what length of time will the ball touch the
ground? Over what interval is the height of the ball greater than 3
m?).
B Analytic Geometry
Overall Expectations
By the end of this course, students will:
Code Expectation Nelson Mathematics 10
AGV.01 model and solve problems involving the intersection of two Throughout Chapter 1
straight lines;
AGV.02 solve problems involving the analytic geometry concepts of line Throughout Chapter 2
segments;
AGV.03 verify geometric properties of triangles and quadrilaterals, using Throughout Chapter 2
analytic geometry.
Specific Expectations
AG2.04 communicate the solutions to multi-step problems in good Throughout Chapters 1 and 2
mathematical form, giving clear reasons for the steps taken to
reach the solutions.
D Trigonometry
Overall Expectations
By the end of this course, students will:
Code Expectation Nelson Mathematics 10
Correlation of the Expectations for Principles of Mathematics 10 to Nelson Mathematic 10 Page 7
TRV.01 develop the primary trigonometric ratios, using the properties of First Half of Chapter 5
similar triangles; 5.1 Technology: Constructing Triangles with The Geometer’s
Sketchpad
5.2 Investigating and Comparing Triangles
5.3 Technology: Enlarging or Reducing a Triangle with The
Geometer’s Sketchpad
5.4 Modelling with Similar Triangles
TRV.02 solve trigonometric problems involving right triangles; Second Half of Chapter 5
5.5 Exploration: Slopes and Angles of Ramps
5.6 Investigating the Connection Between Slope and Angle
5.7 The Primary Trigonometric Ratios
5.8 Solving Problems Using Right Triangle Models and
Trigonometry
TRV.03 solve trigonometric problems involving acute triangles. Throughout Chapter 6
Specific Expectations
TR3.04 solve problems involving the measures of sides and angles in acute 6.3 Investigating the Sine Law
triangles; 6.4 Proving and Using the Sine Law
6.6 Adjusting the Pythagorean Theorem: The Cosine Law
6.7 Solving Measurement Problems Modelled by Triangles
TR3.05 describe the application of trigonometry in science or industry. Throughout Chapters 5 and 6