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ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST Welcome to the Academic Support Center! We are a dedicated professional staff who provides support and testing services for students, faculty and staff. We offer testing in a confidential and courteous atmosphere. For more information contact us at the Arnold, SUN 240, 410-777-2375; Arundel Mills, Room 112, 410-777- 1915 or Glen Burnie Town Center (GBTC), Room 208, 410-777-2906. What is an Accuplacer Placement test and how is it used? The Accuplacer placement test is a computerized test used to assess student skill levels in reading, English and mathematics. This assessment will show student strengths and weaknesses resulting in proper class assignment. It is offered to all students who did not take, or who are not satisfied with their SAT or ACT results. Contact the Enrollment Development and Admissions Office to determine the appropriate SAT or ACT score levels. Placement test scores are transferable within the state community college system. Students who need special accommodations should contact the Disability Support Services, SSVC Room 200, 410-777-2307, prior to taking the test. Why does AACC offer placement tests?  Our computerized test assesses college-level skills in the areas of mathematics, English and reading. The test is given to new students so they are placed in courses that meet, rather than exceed, their abilities. This is not a college admission test.  An advisor will review the results with you for on appropriate courses placement.  If you need special testing accommodations, contact Disability Support Services in Student Services Center (SSVC) Room 200, 410- 777- 2307, before taking the tests.  ACT or SAT scores can be used instead of college placement scores. Check with the Enrollment Development and Admissions office, 410- 777-2240, to determine appropriate ACT or SAT score levels. You can transfer placement test scores within the state community college system. Who needs to take a placement test?  New students seeking a degree and /or have not completed transferable college credit classes in reading, English and mathematics.  Non-degree seeking students taking courses requiring specific placement scores. 3. For what values of x is x 2 – 3x – 18 positive? a. x < –3 or x > 6 b. x > –3 and x < 6 c. x > 6 and x > –3 d. x > –3 4. Given f(x) = 2x + 3, find g(x) where g(x) is the inverse of f. a. g(x) =2x-3 b. g(x)=-x+3 2 c. g(x) = x – 3 d. g(x) = -x-3 2 2 5. The equation x 2 + 2ix – 4 = 0 has as its roots: a. i - 5 - i, - 5 b. i 5 i, - 5+ c. i 5 i, - 3+ d. i - 3 i, - 3 6. In a triangle ABC, a = 12, b = 16, and sin B = 2/3. What is the measure of angle A in degrees? a. 90 b. 15 c. 60 d. 30 The Final Answers Are: Reading Comprehension: 1. d 2. b 3. c 4. d 5. b 6.c Sentence Skills: 1. b 2. d 3. c 4. c 5. b 6. a Elementary Algebra: 1. a 2. d 3. a 4. b 5. a 6. b 7.c College Level Mathematics: 1. d 2. b 3. a 4. c 5. d 6.d ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST 1 10

ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST 10 7. Simplify 2 + x 2 a. 5 b. 5 1 + x 1 + x 2 c. 20 d. 10 4 + x 1 + x COLLEGE–LEVEL MATHEMATICS TEST The Accuplacer College-level Mathematics test assesses proficiencies in intermediate algebra through precalculus. This test enables institutions to place students into intermediate algebra, college algebra, trigonometry or introductory calculus courses. These questions are not arranged in order of difficulty, so try to answer each question. You may be asked to: Factor and expand polynomials, manipulate fractional exponents and simplify algebraic expressions.  Solve linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, other algebraic equations and systems of equations.  Interpret graphs of algebraic functions.  Apply algebraic topics to complex numbers, series and sequences and factorials.  Interpret graphs of trigonometric functions, solve trigonometric equations and use trigonometric identities and the unit circle to find trigonometric values. Directions: Solve the following problems and choose your answer from the alternative given. 1. | 2x – 5 |≤ 7 a. x = 6 b. x = 6, x = –1 c. x ≥ 6, x ≤ 1 d. –1 ≤ x ≤ 6 2. If f(x) = x 4 – x + 2, then f (–x) = a. x4 – x b. x 4 + x + 2 c. x 4 – x + 2 d. x 4 + x How is it administered?  Our computerized placement test has no time limit. It takes approximately 2 1/2 hours to complete. Computer experience is not necessary.  Test results are available shortly after you finish the test. When you visit the center:  Present an official ID with a photo and a signature (driver’s license, Maryland ID, military ID, passport, or high school photo ID). What does the test cover?  Test questions assess skills in elementary algebra, English and reading comprehension. We measure additional college-level mathematics skills if appropriate.  This brochure includes detailed descriptions and sample questions to help you prepare for and understand the test. Take time to review these materials and practice the sample items. What if I need more practice?  Math Help: Math2.org: http://math2.org/ Purple Math -- Your Algebra Resource: http://www.purplemath.com SOS Mathematics: http://sosmath.com Free Math Help: http://freemathhelp.com About Math: http://math.about.com/ The World of Math Online: http://math.com Calculus Tutorials: http://calculus-help.com  Reading Help: Assess Your Reading Habits: http://www.academic.marist.edu/alcuin/ssk/habits.html Seek Optimum Skills -- How to Read Essays You Must Analyze, Suggestions for Improving Reading Speed, and Reading Strategies Comprehension: http://www.aacc.edu/supportcenter/SOSkills.cfm ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST 9 2

ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST Placement testing is offered at three sites:  ARNOLD CAMPUS: Student Union Building Room 240 410-777-2375 testing-arnold@aacc.edu  ARUNDEL MILLS: Room 112 410-777-1915 testing-amil@aacc.edu  GLEN BURNIE TOWN CENTER: Room 209 410-777-2906 testing-GBTC@aacc.edu  FORT MEADE ARMY EDUCATION CENTER: 301-677-6421 Please feel free to look at our website: www.aacc.edu/supportcenter/testingoffice.cfm READING COMPREHENSION This test measures your ability to understand what you read. You may be asked to:  Identify the relationship between sentences.  Distinguish between the main and secondary ideas.  Make inferences. Directions: Read the statement or passage and then choose the best answer to the question. Answer the question on the basis of what is stated or implied in the statement or passage. 1. Myths are stories, the products of fertile imagination, sometimes simple, often containing profound truths. They are not meant to be taken too literally. Details may sometimes appear childish, but most myths express a culture’s most serious beliefs about human beings, eternity and God. The main idea of this passage is that myths a. are created primarily to entertain young children b. are purposely written for the reader. c. provide the reader with a means of escape from reality. d. illustrate the values that are considered important to a society. 2. Australia has many strange beasts, one of the oddest of which is the koala. Perfectly adapted to one specific tree, the eucalyptus, this living teddy bear does not need anything else, not even a drink! The moisture in the leaves is just right for the koala, making it the only land animal that doesn’t need water to supplement its food (from “That Astounding Creator Nature” by Jean George). 1. If a number is divided by 4 and then 3 is subtracted, the result is 5. Write an equation to solve this problem. a. x -3=5 b. x +3=5 4 4 c. x-3 = 5 d. x+3 =5 4 4 2. Of the following, which is a factor of 2x 2 + 7x –15 a. 2x + 3 b. x – 5 c. x – 3 d. 2x – 3 3. If x 2 – x – 6 = 0, then x is a. –2 or 3 b.–1 or 6 c. 1 or –6 d. 2 or –3 4. Simplify 3(2x 2 – 5x) – (5x 2 + 3x – 12) – 2(4x + 8) a. x 2 – 10x – 4 b. x 2 – 26x – 4 c. x 2 – 20x – 20 d. 11x 2 – 20x + 36 5. If x = 3, then x 2 – 7x = a. –12 b. 30 c. 30 d. 12 5 5 6. If 2x = 11 –7x, then x = a. – 11 b. 11 9 9 c. – 11 d. 11 5 5 ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST 3 8

ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST 5. Having no air conditioning, her condo is very hot. Rewrite, beginning with Her condo is very hot The next words will be a. on account of it has b. because it has c. by it being d. being as it is 6. The praise of the other officers was earned by the young sergeant who solved the murder. Begin with Having solved the murder The new sentence will include a. earned the praise b. earning the praise c. praising of d. praised the young sergeant ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA This test measures your knowledge of elementary algebraic concepts and your ability to solve basic algebra problems. You may be asked to:  Add, subtract, multiply and divide integers and rational numbers, absolute values.  Add, subtract, multiply and divide algebraic expressions; evaluate formulas and expressions; factor polynomials; and simplify roots and algebraic fractions.  Solve equations, inequalities and word problems; solve systems of linear equation inequalities; solve quadratic equations; translate written phrases into algebraic expressions or equations; graph linear equations Directions: Solve the following problems and choose your answer from the alternatives given. The passage indicates that the koala a. is a member of the bear family that does not need moisture to live. b. gets all of its nourishment from the eucalyptus tree. c. adapts itself to any surroundings. d. is the only animal that does not need food to live. 3. It is early summer. August’s long-awaited vacation time still seems ages away, but by the same token, its torpor-producing heat and mildew-generating humidity have not yet arrived. Instead, these cool, end-of-June days practically insist on getting the picnic season under way immediately. But, alas, there is a difficulty: alfresco dining has a bad name among us. Tenth-rate hot dogs, carbonized chicken parts, and beef a-la- charcoal lighter are principally what comes to mind when we hear the words outdoor food (from “A Spanish Picnic” by Robert Capon). The passage suggests that the author believes that a. picnicking in August is long-awaited. b. August is better than June for a picnic. c. there are some negative aspects to eating outside. d. picnicking is better alfresco 4. In embarking on the fight for independence, America faced formidable obstacles. The Continental Congress did not have the authority to pass binding legislation or to impose taxes. The new nation had no army and no navy, and its population numbered only 2.5 million people, 20 percent of whom were slaves. Britain, by contrast, was a mighty power of 11 million people with the world’s best navy and a well-disciplined army. Fifty thousand troops were in North America in 1778, and Britain hired 30,000 German soldiers to supplement its forces during the war (from “An American History” by Rebecca Brooks Gruver). What is the main point of the passage? a. Britain was a great power whose population outnumbered that of America. b. American military forces were less experienced than Britain’s military. c. America’s Continental Congress had limited authority. d. As America was about to engage in its struggle for autonomy, it was faced with arduous barriers. ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST ACCUPLACER S AMPLE TEST 7 4

ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST Directions: Two underlined sentences are followed by a question or statement about them. Read each pair of sentences and then choose the best answer to the question or the best completion of the statement. 5. The Midwest is experiencing its worst drought in 15 years. Corn and soybean prices are expected to be very high this year. What does the second sentence do? a. It restates the idea found in the first. b. It states a result or effect of the statement in the first sentence. c. It gives an example of the statement in the first sentences. d. It analyzes the statement made in the first sentence 6. The American prison system functions primarily to exact retribution. In Japan, the courts are less concerned with sending people to jail than they are with rehabilitating them. What does the second sentence do? a. It supports an idea found in the first sentence. b. It analyzes an idea stated in the first sentence. c. It states a contrast to the statement in the first sentence. d. It exemplifies an idea found in the first sentence. SENTENCE SKILLS This test measures your understanding of sentence structure-of how sentences are put together and what makes them complete and clear. You may be asked to:  Choose the most appropriate word or phrase to substitute for the underlined portion of the sentence.  Identify sentences which have the same meaning.  Recognize incomplete sentences.  Recognize relationships of coordination and subordination.  Follow the logic of a sentence. Directions: Select the best version of the underlined part of the sentence. The first choice is the same as the original sentence. If you think the original sentence is the best choose the first answer. 1. Mr. Rose planning to teach a course in biology next summer. a. planning b. plans c. with a plan d. are planning 2. The professor listing only four journals on psychology. a. listing b. are listing c. with a list d. listed Directions: Follow the directions for rewriting the sentences below. Keep in mind that your new sentence should be well written and should have essentially the same meaning as the sentences given. 3. Being a female jockey, she was often interviewed. Rewrite beginning with: She was often interviewed The next words will be a. on account of she was b. by her being c. because she was d. being as she was 4. Copies of the proposed rules were provided by the president of the college to the members of the committee. Rewrite, beginning with: The president of the college The next words will be a. to the members of the committee b. providing proposed rules from c. provided copies of the proposed d. proposed copies of the rules. ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST ACCUPLACER SAMPLE TEST 5 6