In Mathematical Models with Applications, students continue to build on the K-8 and Algebra 1 foundations as they expand their understanding through other mathematical experiences. Students use algebraic, graphical, and geometric reasoning to recognize patterns and structure, to model information, and to solve problems from various disciplines. Students use mathematical methods to model and solve real-life applied problems involving money, data, chance, patterns, music, design, and science. Students use mathematical models from algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics and connections among these to solve problems from a wide variety of advanced applications in both mathematical and non-mathematical situations. Students use a variety of representations (concrete, numerical, algorithmic, graphical), tools, and technology to link modeling techniques and mathematical concepts to solve applied problems.