The Mathematics Department uses two different tests for determining math placement. The Algebra Math Readiness Test measures the basic preparation for college algebra and the Calculus Readiness Test measures the algebra and trigonometry preparation for calculus. The following problems will give you an idea of the type and difficulty of problems found on the appropriate Readiness Test that you will take during Orientation. This is not a comprehensive list or is it meant to replace your general understanding of basic mathematics concepts. You should solve the following and review your mathematics skills. Calculators will not be used on the test.

Samples: 1) Find the value: 2) Factor :

3) Solve: 4) Solve: 5) Simplify:

6) Solve: 7) Find the slope: 8) Solve:

9) Sketch 10) Simplify:

This test has two parts. The first part covers algebra concepts like above plus others. Part two covers concepts from trigonometry.

Samples 1) Sketch a quadratic function that has no real roots. 2) Solve the system

3) Solve 4) Find the undefined values of

5)Find the exact value of

6)If the , find the exact value of tan(x) in the second quadrant

7) a) Solve b) Verify:

8) Change 9) Find the inverse function for

10)Find 11) Find

12)Solve 13) If f(x) = , find f (x+ h)

14)Find the distance between (4,3) and (4,-1) 15) Find

16) Write the equation of the straight line between (4 ,0) and (4, -3)

17) If Find the value of "x"

18) Does f(x) = have real zeroes

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