TNReady Algebra II

Algebra I didn't satisfy your mathematical cravings? Shmoop's guide to the TNReady Algebra II course provides a menu full of rearranging expressions, solving equations, building and analyzing functions, and interpreting data. If that still didn't cut it, for dessert we have π served in the form of trigonometric ratios, identities, and functions.

With new types of test questions that require graphing, filling in the blanks, hot-spots, and drag-and-drops, this TNReady Algebra II course is a wonderful buffet full of mathematical surprises.

Even though TNReady wasn't as... well, ready as it claimed, we at Shmoop still want to make sure you're prepared with all of Tennessee's standards come test day.

What's Inside Shmoop's Online TNReady Algebra II Prep

Shmoop is a labor of love from folks who are really, really into learning. Our test prep resources will help you prepare for exams with comprehensive, engaging, and frankly hilarious materials that bring the test to life. No, not like that. Put down those torches.

Here, you'll find…

• comprehensive review that covers every standard
• drills on drills on drills for all your practice needs
• a diagnostic exam to help you diagnose your weaknesses and strengths
• a full-length practice exam to get that full-length experience
• test-taking tips and strategies from experts who know what they're talking about
• chances to earn Shmoints and climb the leaderboard

Sample Content

Mama Shmoop always says, "Use the right form of an expression for the job." When writing expressions that model real-world problems, the first form used may not fit a standard pattern and could be hard to understand.

It may not be immediately obvious how to solve 2x² – 2x – 24, which is the expression we derived for the pounds of chocolate chips in Nana Shmoop's cookie recipe. (This entire section is a family affair.)

If we factor the expression and rewrite it as 2(x – 4)(x +3), the factors can be set equal to 0 and solved to give us the answers, 4 and -3. The real-world part of the problem tells us which answers make sense. In this case, the correct answer must be four pounds. We can't add -3 pounds of chocolate chips to a recipe. Eating them before putting them in the dough doesn't count.

Any tool that can be used to rewrite the expression and keep it equivalent is fair game, from the commutative property to the laws of exponents. Blowtorches and monkey wrenches are strongly discouraged.