Exercises—Factors and Multiples

Exercises Factors and Multiples Tip 1: If you’d like to review the difference between a factor and a multiple, check out these great Khan Academy videos: video #1, video #2. Problems Q1) List all factors of 100.  Q2) Which is not a factor of 45? 1 8 9 3 Q3) List...

Introduction to the Trig Functions

Intro to Trigonometry Introduction to the Trig Functions Tip: Use SOH CAH TOA (see at the end of the post) to help you remember the definitions for sine, cosine, and tangent.  Take a look at a calculator – a virtual one or a physical one. You’ll see keys you’re...

Converting Degrees to Radians – Worked Problems

Worked Problems Converting Degrees to Radians Tip 1: Make sure you set up the dimensional analysis to cancel out the units you’re converting from and leave your desired units. For example, if you’re converting from degrees to radians, put the degrees in...

Simple Working Rate Problems – Worked Problems

Worked Problems Simple Working Rate Problems Problem #1 It takes 3 days for 7 men to paint a house. How long will it take 3 men painting at the same rate?    A. 7 days    B. 6 days    C. 10 days    D. 14 days How I Solve This I solve this in three steps.  Step 1: Unit...