California High School Exit Exam: Mathematics (CliffsTestPrep S.) - Softcover

Bobrow, Jerry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764559397 ISBN 13: 9780764559396

Publisher: Hungry Minds Inc,U.S., 2004

Synopsis

The "CliffsTestPrep" series offers full-length practice exams that simulate the real tests; proven test-taking strategies to increase your chances at doing well; and, thorough review exercises to help fill in any knowledge gaps. "CliffsTestPrep California High School Exit Exam: Mathematics" can help you pass this critical competency exam necessary for high school graduation. More and more high schools are requiring exit exams in order to ensure that all students graduate with a thorough knowledge of state standards in mathematics. This easy-to-use 'CAHSEE Mathematics Preparation Guide' gives you that extra edge with: three full-length practice tests; samples and strategies for all question types; analysis of each exam area; answers to common questions about the test; and, glossaries for arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and units of measure.This book will help you understand the types of questions that will test your knowledge of state standards from grades six and seven and Algebra I. In addition, you'll hone your knowledge of subjects such as: basic math, including arithmetic, rational numbers, and fractions; statistics, including statistical measurements, data samples, and probabilities; geometry, including measurements, shapes, and the Pythagorean Theorem; algebra and functions, including powers and simple roots, graphing, and linear equations; and, mathematical reasoning, including strategies, skills, and concepts to solve problems. With guidance from the "CliffsTestPrep" series, you'll feel at home in any standardized-test environment!

About this title

About the Author

Jerry Bobrow, Ph.D., is an award-winning educator and author. He is a national authority in the field of test preparation and has been administering the test preparation programs for most California state universities for the past 29 years. Each and every year he administers over 500 programs assisting over 17,000 students in preparing for standardized exams. Dr. Bobrow has authored over 30 national best-selling test preparation books including Cliffs Preparation Guides for the CSET, GRE, GMAT, SAT I/PSAT, CBEST, TAKS, PPST, ELM, GED, and ACT.

From the Back Cover

Your complete guide to a higher score on the new CAHSEE: Math

About the contents:

Introduction

• Understanding the test format and scoring
• Using the elimination strategy
• Taking a positive approach
• Answering your questions about the test

Part I Working Toward Success

• Analysis of each exam area
• Samples and strategies for all question types
• A review of basic mathematics, including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and graphs and charts

Part II Three Full-Length Practice Tests with Answers and Explanations

Plus

• Glossaries with definitions of terms for arithmetic and algebra
• Glossary of measurement and geometry terms

Test Prep Essentials from the Experts at CliffsNotes®

Edition details

• Publisher: Hungry Minds Inc,U.S.
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764559397
• ISBN 13: 9780764559396
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 288