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Yes. StudyPug covers every Texas TEKS Algebra I topic, including writing linear equations, solving quadratics, and graphing exponential functions, so your child can get unstuck on homework quickly with step-by-step worked examples.

How long are the video lessons?

Most Algebra I video lessons on StudyPug run between 5 and 15 minutes, so students can watch a focused lesson on one concept - such as factoring trinomials or completing the square - without sitting through a full class period.

Is there a state test for Algebra I in Texas?

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TX High School Algebra I Curriculum

Give your child the support they need to keep up with Texas Algebra I. Our lessons follow the Texas TEKS, covering linear functions, quadratics, exponentials, and polynomial operations.

TX High School Algebra I Curriculum

IDStrand & ExpectationStudyPug Topic

TX.A1.2.ADetermine the domain and range of a linear function in mathematical problems; determine reasonable domain and range values for real-world situations
- Relationship between two variables
- Domain and range of a function
- Understanding graphs of linear relationships
- Understanding tables of values of linear relationships
- Applications of linear relationships
TX.A1.2.BWrite linear equations in two variables in various forms, given one point and the slope and given two points
- Slope intercept form: y = mx + b
- Point-slope form: y - y_1 = m(x - x_1)
- General form: Ax + By + C = 0
- Graphing linear functions using a single point and slope
TX.A1.2.CWrite linear equations in two variables given a table of values, a graph, and a verbal description
- Graphing from slope-intercept form y=mx+b
- Graphing linear functions using x- and y-intercepts
- Word problems of graphing linear functions
TX.A1.2.DWrite and solve equations involving direct variation
- Introduction to linear equations
- Direct variation
TX.A1.2.EWrite the equation of a line that contains a given point and is parallel to a given line
- Parallel line equation
- Parallel and perpendicular lines in linear functions
TX.A1.2.FWrite the equation of a line that contains a given point and is perpendicular to a given line
- Perpendicular line equation
TX.A1.2.GWrite an equation of a line that is parallel or perpendicular to the X or Y axis and determine whether the slope of the line is zero or undefined
- Combination of both parallel and perpendicular line equations
- Special case of linear equations: Horizontal lines
- Special case of linear equations: Vertical lines
TX.A1.2.HWrite linear inequalities in two variables given a table of values, a graph, and a verbal description
- Express linear inequalities graphically and algebraically
TX.A1.2.IWrite systems of two linear equations given a table of values, a graph, and a verbal description
- Determining number of solutions to linear equations
TX.A1.3.ADetermine the slope of a line given a table of values, a graph, two points on the line, and an equation written in various forms
- Slope equation: $m = \frac{y_2-y_1}{x_2- x_1}$
TX.A1.3.BCalculate the rate of change of a linear function represented tabularly, graphically, or algebraically in context of mathematical and real-world problems
- Rate of change
- Applications of linear relations
TX.A1.3.CGraph linear functions on the coordinate plane and identify key features
- Graphing linear functions using table of values
- Understand relations between x- and y-intercepts
TX.A1.3.DGraph the solution set of linear inequalities in two variables on the coordinate plane
- Graphing systems of linear inequalities
- Graphing linear inequalities in two variables
TX.A1.3.EDetermine the effects on the graph of the parent function f(x) = x when f(x) is replaced by af(x), f(x) + d, f(x - c), f(bx) for specific values of a, b, c, and d
- Transformations of functions: Horizontal translations
- Transformations of functions: Vertical translations
- Reflection across the y-axis: y = f(-x)
- Reflection across the x-axis: y = -f(x)
- Transformations of functions: Horizontal stretches
- Transformations of functions: Vertical stretches
TX.A1.3.FGraph systems of two linear equations in two variables on the coordinate plane and determine the solutions if they exist
- Solving systems of linear equations by graphing
TX.A1.3.GEstimate graphically the solutions to systems of two linear equations with two variables in real-world problems
- Solving systems of linear equations by elimination
TX.A1.3.HGraph the solution set of systems of two linear inequalities in two variables on the coordinate plane
- Graphing systems of quadratic inequalities
TX.A1.4.ACalculate, using technology, the correlation coefficient between two quantitative variables and interpret this quantity as a measure of the strength of the linear association
- Regression analysis
- Bivariate, scatter plots and correlation
TX.A1.4.CWrite, with and without technology, linear functions that provide a reasonable fit to data to estimate solutions and make predictions for real-world problems
- Equation of the best fit line
TX.A1.5.ASolve linear equations in one variable, including those for which the application of the distributive property is necessary and for which variables are included on both sides
- Solving linear equations using multiplication and division
- Solving two-step linear equations: ax + b = c, x/a + b = c
- Solving linear equations using distributive property: a(x + b) = c
- Solving linear equations with variables on both sides
TX.A1.5.BSolve linear inequalities in one variable, including those for which the application of the distributive property is necessary and for which variables are included on both sides
- Solving one-step linear inequalities
- Solving multi-step linear inequalities
TX.A1.5.CSolve systems of two linear equations with two variables for mathematical and real-world problems
- Solving systems of linear equations by substitution
TX.A1.6.ADetermine the domain and range of quadratic functions and represent the domain and range using inequalities
- Characteristics of quadratic functions
TX.A1.6.BWrite equations of quadratic functions given the vertex and another point on the graph, write the equation in vertex form (f(x) = a(x - h)^2 + k), and rewrite the equation from vertex form to standard form (f(x) = ax^2 + bx + c)
- Quadratic function in general form: y = ax^2 + bx + c
- Converting from general to vertex form by completing the square
- Quadratic function in vertex form: y = a(x-p)^2 + q
TX.A1.6.CWrite quadratic functions when given real solutions and graphs of their related equations
- Finding the quadratic functions for given parabolas
TX.A1.7.AGraph quadratic functions on the coordinate plane and use the graph to identify key attributes
- Graphing quadratic functions: General form VS. Vertex form
TX.A1.7.BDescribe the relationship between the linear factors of quadratic expressions and the zeros of their associated quadratic functions
- Nature of roots of quadratic equations: The discriminant
TX.A1.7.CDetermine the effects on the graph of the parent function f(x) = x^2 when f(x) is replaced by af(x), f(x) + d, f(x - c), f(bx) for specific values of a, b, c, and d
- Transformations of quadratic functions
TX.A1.8.ASolve quadratic equations having real solutions by factoring, taking square roots, completing the square, and applying the quadratic formula
- Solving quadratic equations by factoring
- Solving quadratic equations by completing the square
- Using quadratic formula to solve quadratic equations
TX.A1.8.BWrite, using technology, quadratic functions that provide a reasonable fit to data to estimate solutions and make predictions for real-world problems
- Applications of quadratic functions
TX.A1.9.ADetermine the domain and range of exponential functions of the form f(x) = ab^x and represent the domain and range using inequalities
- Graphing exponential functions
TX.A1.9.BInterpret the meaning of the values of a and b in exponential functions of the form f(x) = ab^x in real-world problems
- Graphing transformations of exponential functions
TX.A1.9.CWrite exponential functions in the form f(x) = ab^x (where b is a rational number) to describe problems arising from mathematical and real-world situations
- Finding an exponential function given its graph
- Exponential growth and decay by percentage
TX.A1.9.DGraph exponential functions that model growth and decay and identify key features
- Exponential growth and decay by a factor
TX.A1.9.EWrite, using technology, exponential functions that provide a reasonable fit to data and make predictions for real-world problems
- Finance: Compound interest
TX.A1.10.AAdd and subtract polynomials of degree one and degree two
- Adding and subtracting polynomials
TX.A1.10.BMultiply polynomials of degree one and degree two
- Multiplying monomial by binomial
- Multiplying binomial by binomial
- Multiplying monomial by monomial
- Multiplying polynomial by polynomial
TX.A1.10.CDetermine the quotient of a polynomial of degree one and polynomial of degree two when divided by a polynomial of degree one and polynomial of degree two when the degree of the divisor does not exceed the degree of the dividend
- Polynomial long division
- Polynomial synthetic division
TX.A1.10.DRewrite polynomial expressions of degree one and degree two in equivalent forms using the distributive property
- Common factors of polynomials
- Characteristics of polynomials
- Equivalent expressions of polynomials
TX.A1.10.EFactor, if possible, trinomials with real factors in the form ax^2 + bx + c, including perfect square trinomials of degree two
- Factoring polynomials: ax^2 + bx + c
- Factoring polynomials: x^2 + bx + c
- Applications of polynomials: x^2 + bx + c
- Solving polynomials with the unknown
- Factoring perfect square trinomials: (a + b)^2 = a^2 + 2ab + b^2 or (a - b)^2 = a^2 - 2ab + b^2
TX.A1.10.FDecide if a binomial can be written as the difference of two squares and, if possible, use the structure of a difference of two squares to rewrite the binomial
- Find the difference of squares: (a - b)(a + b) = (a^2 - b^2)
TX.A1.11.ASimplify numerical radical expressions involving square roots
- Square and square roots
- Operations with radicals
TX.A1.11.BSimplify numeric and algebraic expressions using the laws of exponents, including integral and rational exponents
- Combining the exponent rules
- Quotient rule of exponents
- Power of a product rule
- Power of a quotient rule
- Power of a power rule
- Negative exponent rule
- Scientific notation
- Convert between radicals and rational exponents
- Exponent rules
- Product rule of exponents
TX.A1.12.ADecide whether relations represented verbally, tabularly, graphically, and symbolically define a function
- Identifying functions
TX.A1.12.BEvaluate functions, expressed in function notation, given one or more elements in their domains
- Function notation
TX.A1.12.CIdentify terms of arithmetic and geometric sequences when the sequences are given in function form using recursive processes
- Arithmetic sequences
- Geometric sequences
TX.A1.12.DWrite a formula for the nth term of arithmetic and geometric sequences, given the value of several of their terms
- Arithmetic series
- Geometric series
TX.A1.12.ESolve mathematic and scientific formulas, and other literal equations, for a specified variable
- Solving literal equations

Algebra I

About High School Texas Algebra I

Texas Algebra I follows the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), organized around functions, equations, and data analysis. This course builds skills across linear functions and equations, quadratic functions, exponential functions, polynomial operations, and sequences. Students write, graph, and solve equations and inequalities, analyze real-world data, and explore function transformations. StudyPug provides video lessons, step-by-step worked examples, and practice problems aligned to every Texas TEKS Algebra I strand.

Strands: linear functions and equations, quadratic functions, exponential functions, polynomial operations, and sequences
Video lessons for every Texas TEKS Algebra I topic
Practice problems and step-by-step worked examples for each strand
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TX High School Algebra I Topics

Linear functions and equations: Domain and range of linear functions, writing linear equations in slope-intercept, point-slope, and standard forms, direct variation, parallel and perpendicular lines, and solving linear equations and inequalities in one variable.
Linear inequalities and systems: Graphing linear inequalities in two variables, writing and solving systems of two linear equations and inequalities, and estimating solutions graphically in real-world contexts.
Function transformations and rate of change: Identifying key features of linear functions, calculating rate of change, and determining the effects of parameter changes on the parent function f(x) = x.
Data analysis and linear models: Correlation coefficients, association versus causation, and writing linear functions that fit real-world data to make predictions.
Quadratic functions and equations: Domain and range, vertex form and standard form, graphing and identifying key attributes, transformations of f(x) = x^2, solving by factoring, square roots, completing the square, and the quadratic formula.
Exponential functions: Domain and range of f(x) = ab^x, interpreting a and b in context, graphing growth and decay, and fitting exponential models to data.
Polynomial and radical expressions: Adding, subtracting, and multiplying polynomials, polynomial division, factoring trinomials and difference of two squares, simplifying radical expressions, and applying laws of exponents including rational exponents.
Functions, sequences, and literal equations: Identifying functions, evaluating using function notation, arithmetic and geometric sequences in recursive form, writing formulas for the nth term, and solving literal equations for a specified variable.

How StudyPug Helps Texas High School Algebra I Students

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Aligned to Texas High School Algebra I Curriculum

Every lesson and practice problem on StudyPug is built around the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for Algebra I. The content maps directly to the strands students are responsible for on the STAAR Algebra I end-of-course exam, so nothing your child studies here is off-topic for their Texas class.

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