Oxford Mathematics For The New Century 4a 〈8K HD〉
Since you did not specify a question, I have provided a comprehensive overview of the textbook below, including its context, contents, and where to find resources. 1. Book Overview
Title: Oxford Mathematics for the New Century (Book 4A) Publisher: Oxford University Press (Hong Kong) Target Audience: Secondary 4 students (Senior Secondary / Form 4) in the Hong Kong curriculum. This book is specifically designed for the New Secondary School (NSS) curriculum leading to the HKDSE (Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education) examinations. Level: This is the first book of the Senior Secondary series (S4), typically used by students aged 15–16.
2. Key Features This series is well-known in Hong Kong for bridging the gap between Junior Secondary math and the rigorous demands of the DSE exams.
DSE Focus: The exercises are formatted like DSE exam questions to familiarize students with the public exam style early on. Learning Modules: The book is divided into distinct modules focusing on specific mathematical concepts. e-Resources: New editions often come with online components, including PowerPoint slides, video explanations, and interactive quizzes accessible via the Oxford University Press (HK) website. oxford mathematics for the new century 4a
3. Typical Topics Covered (Syllabus) While the exact edition may vary slightly, Book 4A generally covers the "Core" part of the Senior Secondary curriculum. Typical chapters include:
Quadratic Equations in One Unknown:
Solving quadratic equations by the quadratic formula. Relations between roots and coefficients (sum and product of roots). Formation of quadratic equations. Since you did not specify a question, I
Functions and their Graphs:
Concepts of functions (domain, range, independent/dependent variables). Quadratic functions and their graphs (maximum/minimum values). Applications of quadratic functions.
Exponential and Logarithmic Functions:
Laws of indices (integer and rational indices). Introduction to logarithms. Properties of logarithms and change of base. Solving exponential and logarithmic equations.
More about Polynomials: