Precalculus
Periodic Functions & Right Triangles

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1 Introduction to periodic functions 53/1-4 + Exploration 2-1a Take the time to read each section in preparation for class, taking notes as necessary.
2 Measurement of rotation Read + 4sq p.54-56; 57/Qs, 1-23 odd, 27  
3 Sine and cosine functions Read + 4sq p.58-62; Exploration 2-3a; 62/Qs, 1-13 odd; Exploration 2-3b; Exploration 2-3c + 63/15,17-19,21-23  
4 Values of the six trigonometric functions Read + 4sq p.64-68; Exploration 2-4b; Exploration 2-4a; 68/Qs, 1-20 + 21-32, 44 Quiz - no calculators
5 Inverse trigonometric functions and right triangle problems Read p.70-73; Exploration 2-5a; 73/Qs, 1-11  
6 Project Present creative solutions to 3 problems from 74/12-24. Restate the problem with a more interesting presentation (and if possible other numbers) & give its solution + add an extension where possible.
7 Review 78/R1-R5 81/T1-T21 Test on Chapter 2
8 Vectors To be determined  

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