GED Mathematical Reasoning Test For Dummies

Does the thought of taking the GED Mathematical Reasoning Test make you weak? Fear not! With the help of GED Mathematical Reasoning Test For Dummies, you'll get up to speed on the new structure and computer-based format of the GED and gain the confidence and know-how to make the Mathematical Reasoning Test your minion. Packed with helpful guidance and instruction, this hands-on test-prep guide covers the concepts covered on the GED Mathematical Reasoning Test and gives you ample practice opportunities to assess your understanding of number operations/number sense, measurement and geometry, data, statistics, and probability, and algebra, functions, and patterns.

Now a grueling 115 minutes long, the new Mathematical Reasoning section of the GED includes multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, hot-spot, drop-down, and drag-and-drop questions—which can prove to be quite intimidating for the uninitiated. Luckily, this fun and accessible guide breaks down each section of the exam and the types of questions you'll encounter into easily digestible parts, making everything you'll come across on exam day feel like a breeze! Inside, you'll find methods to sharpen your math skills, tips on how to approach GED Mathematical Reasoning question types and formats, practice questions and study exercises, and a full-length practice test to help you pinpoint where you need more study help.

• Presents reviews of the GED Mathematical Reasoning test question types and basic computer skills
• Offers practice questions assessing work-place related and academic-based math skills
• Includes one full-length GED Mathematical Reasoning practice test
• Provides scoring guidelines and detailed answer explanations

Even if math has always made you mad, GED Mathematical Reasoning Test For Dummies makes it easy to pass this crucial exam and obtain your hard-earned graduate equivalency diploma.

Introduction 1

Part I: Getting Started with the GED Mathematical Reasoning Test 5

Chapter 1: Taking a Quick Glance at the GED Mathematical Reasoning Test 7

Chapter 2: What’s on the Mathematical Reasoning Test? 15

Chapter 3: Uncovering Your Strengths and Weaknesses with a Diagnostic Test 27

Chapter 4: Succeeding on the GED Mathematical Reasoning Test 51

Part II: Honing Your Math Skills 59

Chapter 5: Brushing Up on the Basics 61

Chapter 6: Solving Quantitative Problems with Rational Numbers 91

Chapter 7: Solving Measurement Problems 111

Chapter 8: Solving Algebraic Problems with Expressions and Equations 137

Chapter 9: Solving Algebraic Problems Involving Lines and Functions 163

Part III: Putting Your Math Knowledge and Skills to the Test 181

Chapter 10: Practice Test: Mathematical Reasoning 183

Chapter 11: Checking the Answers and Explanations 195

Part IV: The Part of Tens 203

Chapter 12: Ten Shortcuts for Solving Math Problems 205

Chapter 13: Ten Tricky Math Problems and How to Solve Them 211

Index 217

Murray Shukyn, an acknowledged Canadian leader in alternative education, has taught at the elementary, secondary, and university levels and created adult training programs. Achim Krull has taught at high school and adult levels, and has written textbooks, teachers' guides, and numerous other learning materials.

Learn:

• Methods to sharpen your math skills
• How to approach GED Mathematical Reasoning test question types and formats
• To work through tests question with practice problems and study exercises
• How you measure up on the Mathematical Reasoning test with a full practice exam

Tackle the GED Math test with confidence!

Math not your best subject? No worries; this friendly guide introduces you to the GED Mathematical Reasoning test and covers every area you need to know. You'll learn how the questions are structured, find out what to watch for, review basic math skills, and more. There's no doubt you'll feel confident going into test day with this guide by your side.

• What it's all about — get an overview of the GED, how to register, and what to expect on the math test
• See where you stand — take the diagnostic test and sel-appraisal to learn exactly where you should target your study efforts
• Bone up on basics — review basic skills in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions
• In a word — brush up on word problems and quantitative problems involving ratios, proportions, and percentages
• Geometry and algebra — practice calculating perimeter, area, and volume; work with probabilities; solve expressions and equations; and make friends with polynomials
• See math in action — learn about graphs and work with functions containing variables
• Test yourself — take the practice exam and study the explanations of answers you miss

Open the book and find:

• The lowdown on the GED Math test, including number of questions and question types
• Hints for a successful test day
• A review of rational numbers
• Help with ratios, proportions, and percentages
• How to present data in tables and histograms
• All about quadratic equations
• Essential algebra assistance
• Solutions to ten tricky problems