College Mathematics
College Mathematics is a broad quantitative literacy exam covering algebra, probability, statistics, financial mathematics, geometry, logic and number systems. It is designed for students not majoring in a mathematical field.
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Rather than going deep into any one branch, the exam samples widely. Logic and sets, counting and probability, and data analysis each contribute a meaningful share.
Financial mathematics, including interest and payment problems, appears reliably and is often the area students have never formally studied.
If you need a mathematics credit but not a technical one, this exam is usually a faster route than College Algebra.
Topic breakdown
Topic weights published by College Board.
How to study for this exam
- Audit the seven areas and spend your time on the two or three you have never covered.
- Practise probability and counting problems, which trip up more students than the algebra does.
- Learn the financial formulas for simple and compound interest and work examples of each.
- Review logic notation and set operations, which are quick to learn and reliably tested.
How the practice test works
- Choose all units or a single unit to focus on.
- Set the number of questions and a time limit, or practise untimed.
- Filter by difficulty to warm up or push yourself.
- Retake as many times as you like — every attempt is free.
- Your recent sessions stay on this device so you can review them.
Common questions
Is this easier than College Algebra?
For most students, yes, because it is broader but shallower. It suits people who dislike heavy algebraic manipulation.
Does it satisfy a maths requirement?
At many colleges it satisfies general education mathematics, but not the prerequisite for a science or engineering track.
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