Students taking this subject should have a good mathematical background and have studied the highest level Mathematics in Year 10. It is recommended that this subject be studied in conjunction with General Mathematics B. Methods and General Mathematics taken together form the best possible preparation for the study of Mathematical Methods 3&4 .
Unit 1
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Unit 2
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Maths methods
Areas studied
- Polynomial functions - (e.g. quadratics)
- Functions and relations
- Rates of change
- Introductory probability
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Maths Methods
Areas studied
- Probability
- Exponential and logarithmic functions
- Trigonometric functions
- Calculus - derivatives and anti derivatives
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General Mathematics B
This subject is highly recommended for students who are studying Mathematical Methods 1&2. All students who intend to do Specialist Mathematics Units 3&4 must take it along with Mathematical Methods.
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Unit 1
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Unit 2
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General Mathematics B
Areas studied
- Number systems
- Univariate statistics
- Linear relations and equations
- Linear graphs and modelling
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General Mathematics B
Areas studied
- Bivariate statistics
- Variation
- Trigonometric ratios and applications
- Linear programming
- Sequences and series
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