Math 131		Calculus I   		Homework Guidelines

	You should do all the assigned homework, even the problems I do not
	collect and grade.  Uncollected assigned homework is a good source
	of test problems.  

			Mathematics is not a spectator sport.  

	You learn math by doing math problems.  When I ask you to turn in 
	homework, please observe the following rules.  If you fail to comply 
	with these rules, then I may assign a grade of zero or I may deduct
	points.  These rules exist to help me grade and to help you learn.

	 1. Use standard 8.5" by 11" paper.

	 2. Write legibly in pencil.

	 3. Write your first and last name, Math 131 and the assignment 
	    number in the upper left-hand corner.

	 4. State the problem.  You need not copy the problem but you must
	    write in English what to do in order to solve the problem.

	 5. Show all necessary work providing clear, concise explanations.
	    I do not recommend turning in your first draft.  I do encourage the 
	    use of scrap paper and the use of revisions.  Please take some 
	    pride in your work.  Your work should impress me.  The work you
	    turn in should be neat and organized. 

	 6. When you use equations, make sure that they are complete 
	    mathematical sentences.  For example, the equation 

			y = 131 x - 2004 

	    has as its subject the variable y, as its verb the equals sign and
	    as its object the expression 131 x - 2004.  A common error that
	    some students make is to to forget or to misuse the equals sign.

	 7. Show all necessary work, even if you "do it in your head". Homework
	    is written communication.  I will probably never learn how to 
	    read minds.  I can not read between the lines.  Often you will 
	    need to use complete English sentences to explain your work.  All 
	    of the examples in the textbook explain the equations with English 
	    sentences.  Sometimes a graph occurs.

	 8. Please be neat.  Use a ruler or straightedge to draw straight 
	    lines.  Use quadrille or graph paper for all graphs.  Label the 
	    axes, the scale marks and some of the plotted points.

 	 9. Staple all sheets together.

	10. You should submit an assignment on the due date before I begin 
	    class.  Place it on the lectern or table that I designate.

	11. You can work with other students on homework assignments, but 
	    you can not copy another student's solution.  You can consult with
	    the tutors in the Math Center or with the instructor on homework.
	    I reserve the right to penalize plagiarism.  My working assumption 
	    is that you are honest and that you will submit your own work.