How to Ace GED Mathematics
GED mathematics covers a broad range of material covered in 4 years of high school. The basics of arithmetic and number properties, simple and advanced algebra, geometry, and statistics.
Doing well on the GED mathematics test requires careful study. If you have not done complex math in years, or have never considered yourself a "math person," you will find the concepts coming back to you rather quickly the more you practice. Here's how to study so that you can ace the GED mathematics.
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Brush up on mental math and estimation. Calculators are only allowed on the first part of the GED math test, but on the second part, you will need to demonstrate that you can solve simple problems on paper or in your head. If need be, make your self flash cards for division and multiplication tables.
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Review how to solve different types of algebra equations for the GED. Simple linear equations, systems of equations, and quadratics are covered.
In addition to solving equations, review the graphs of different functions. Graphing calculators are not permitted on the GED.
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Review concepts from geometry, including perimeter, area, and volume. Triangles and circles are the most frequently featured figures. You should either download, buy or make your own cheat sheet of mathematical formulas.
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Get a GED study guide that has plenty of questions covering data interpretation and statistics. You should know the concepts of average, median, and range; you should also know how to make mathematical deductions from date presented in graphs.
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80% of the questions are multiple choice, and 20% are open, meaning that you have to calculate the answer yourself. Make sure you are comfortable with this format of question. Check your GED study guide to make sure that it includes plenty of the latter type.
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The good news is that you don't have to worry about trigonometry, calculus, or imaginary numbers. These concepts are not tested on the GED as of the 2002 revision.
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GED mathematics can mastered with time and practice. Find practice exams so that you can test your progress every week or so. Good luck studying!
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