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Chapter 4: Case Study

Improving Grades

Read the case study below.

Derek has always been a good student, but this year he has been having trouble understanding algebra. His grades in algebra are not up to his usual standard. In his Family and Consumer Sciences class, Derek learned how the management process can be used to reach goals. Derek plans to apply the management process to improve his grade in algebra.

Discuss the following question in class. You may type your responses to the question in the space provided below.

1. How can Derek use the management process to improve his grades in algebra?
   

Analyze the following statements about the case study to decide which are true and which are false.

1. Derek should schedule an appointment with his algebra teacher or a tutor to get the help he needs with algebra.
     A. True B. False
2. Derek should not worry about the grade because algebra is a difficult subject.
     A. True B. False
3. Derek should work on extra problems to practice his algebra skills so that he is confident when the next test is given.
     A. True B. False
4. Derek should visit his guidance counselor to see if he can drop algebra from his schedule.
     A. True B. False

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