How to Use This Chapter

Maybe you know all the algebra you need. Find out by taking the Algebra Diagnostic Test. The 10
Diagnostic questions are typical of those on the Mathematics subject tests. Check your answers
using the answer key following the test. No matter how you score, don’t worry! The answer key also
shows where to find a detailed explanation for each question. The “Find Your Study Plan” section
that follows the test will suggest next steps based on your performance on the Diagnostic.

FIND YOUR LEVEL

How you use this chapter really depends on how much time you have to prep. Find your level and
pace below.

Standard Plan. No matter how well you do on the Diagnostic Test, go on and read everything in this
chapter and do all the practice problems.

Shortcut: If    you can answer  at  least   seven   of  the ten questions   on  the Algebra Diagnostic  Test

correctly,  then    you already know    the material    in  this    chapter well    enough  to  move    on.

Panic Plan. The material in this chapter is vital. If you can’t get most of the questions on the Algebra
Diagnostic Test right, you should study this chapter—even if it’s just two days before Test Day.