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According to state guidelines, the graphing calculator is required for Math B students. It is the belief of AMAPS that mathematics continue to be taught as a concept-based subject. In keeping with this philosophy, students should be taught analytical skills and not just the mechanics of using a calculator. MATH B - Term 3 M$6 Lesson #1 AIM: What are the sine, cosine and tangent of an angle? Students will be able to 1. find the sine, cosine and tangent of an angle. 2. solve numerical and theoretical examples involving trigonometric ratios. 3. solve problems involving angles of elevation and depression. Writing Exercise: The word trigonometry has Greek roots. Look up these roots and compare the roots to the mathematical definition of trigonometry. Lesson #2 AIM: How do we use trigonometric ratios involving the 30-60-90 triangle and the 45-45-90 triangle? Students will be able to 1. find the trigonometric function values using a 30-60-90 triangle. 2. find the trigonometric function values using a 45-45-90 triangle. 3. evaluate algebraic expressions involving functions of these special angles. Writing Exercise: Speculate as to why the special right triangles discussed in todays lesson are so important in the real world. Lesson #3 AIM: What other trigonometric functions are there? Students will be able to 1. define secant, cosecant, cotangent as the reciprocal functions of cosine, sine, and tangent respectively. 2. use the reciprocal key on a calculator to find the values of reciprocal functions. 3. explain that the product of a function and its reciprocal is one. Writing Exercise: Hipparchus and Claudius Ptolemy played roles in the development of trigonometry. Use the Internet or your local library to find out what their contributions were. Lesson #4 AIM: What are co-functions and quotient identities? Students will be able to 1. state that sine and cosine, tangent and cotangent, secant and cosecant are co-functions. 2. solve trigonometric equati