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A student from the Community College of Aurora recently delved into statistics, covering data collection, frequency tables, averages (mean, median, mode), and cumulative frequency diagrams. The learner successfully grasped how to calculate averages and differentiate between grouped and ungrouped data. For their next lesson, they were asked to send additional resources on box plots and capture-recapture.

Rituparna assisted a student from Brookdale High School with algebra word problems, focusing on translating problem statements into equations and solving for unknown variables. They worked through problems involving consecutive integers and reciprocals, with Rituparna emphasizing the importance of understanding basic algebraic manipulations and fraction subtraction. Rituparna suggested additional algebra lessons to reinforce these concepts and assigned similar homework problems for practice.

An instructor provided support on practice test questions, delving into algebraic expressions, simplifying exponential expressions, and solving inequalities. The learner tackled problems 91-96 and additional questions from an image, specifically focusing on identifying domains and simplifying expressions. For homework, the student, who calls Naperville home, was tasked with memorizing squares and cubes from 1 to 10 and completing question 12.

Rituparna guided Riya through a mathematics lesson focused on factoring algebraic expressions, covering both quadratic and cubic forms. They explored algebraic identities and various common factoring techniques. Riya worked on problems from her school materials, with Rituparna providing guidance on recognizing patterns and applying appropriate formulas. Riya was assigned similar problems for homework and will discuss any difficulties in their next lesson.

Rituparna and Holly focused on key mathematical concepts, reviewing graphs, linear equations, and slopes, all in preparation for Holly's Year 11 GCSE math. Holly actively practiced finding the equation of a line when provided with two points and was given a homework assignment to solve similar problems using the two-point formula. They intend to continue with more questions and further review in their next lesson, potentially drawing practice problems from resources like Corbett Math or Math Genie.

Rituparna worked with Holly to review her math test, covering topics such as stem and leaf diagrams, sequences, straight lines, ratio problems, and circle theorems. They focused on a specific ratio problem and a circle theorem question, with Rituparna explaining the concepts and problem-solving strategies. Holly was assigned to review circle theorems before the next session, and they planned more frequent sessions to improve her understanding and test scores.