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College Math Preparation
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I am prepping to take the College Mathematics exam and was wondering if someone would advise me whether just working through the IC flash cards is enough or should I study from other resources as well?
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I was studying for this and the ACT at the same time & I used the CliffsQuickReview books. They are really helpful, particularly if the material isn't new to you, just rusty. The website has a lot, too: Math Homework Help for Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Geometry, and Statistics - CliffsNotes

The thing I remember most from this test is logarithms. There were a lot. Also, take the Peterson's practice tests, here's how to take them free: Free Practice Clep Tests! - Free-Clep-Prep.com

Also check out his super helpful overview of topics: College Mathematics CLEP Free Study Guide! - Free-Clep-Prep.com

And do a forum search!
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Thank you so much for these helpful tips. When are you planning to take your exam?
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In my particular exam there was one log question, and it was easy. Am I the only person that did all this math in high school?
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OE800_85 Wrote:In my particular exam there was one log question, and it was easy. Am I the only person that did all this math in high school?

LOL OE800_85.. everybody does this stuff, just not everyone remembers. I graduated in 1993 and since my high school only required a total of 12 math credits, I took one year of Algebra in my freshman year and a half a year of Geometry as a sophomore. Math was not cool for girls and I was more interested in flirting with the cute student teacher that I had for geometry in 10th grade than actually learning. I got an A, but for some reason don't think I learned any geometry lol Wink

@dacabbie - Have you gone to the specific feedback forum? There are a ton more great suggestions there. My big trick was using youtube lectures to teach me concepts that I couldn't remember. It's easier to hear someone explain it than to try to figure it out on your own. The great thing about youtube is that if you think a particular professor is boring, just move on. Especially with the more common topics, there are bound to be hundreds of explanations out there.
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Thank so much you guys --- this is invaluable information and will help me in my preparation!
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I graduated in the 80s and I only needed consumer Math to graduate......I know....its sad.........but true.

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OE800_85 Wrote:In my particular exam there was one log question, and it was easy. Am I the only person that did all this math in high school?
Reallyyy, there were like 10 on mine! Yeah, I did do all of this stuff (and a lot more) in high school math, but since I hadn't used it since I needed a lot of brush up Wink

@ dacabbie, I took it about 2 yrs ago, I forget what my score was... somewhere in the 60's.
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