WT Virtual Math Lab - THEA/ACCUPLACER Math Help


Math Help for the THEA or ACCUPLACER Test

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desk Introduction

 

If you need help in preparing for the math part of the THEA or ACCUPLACER test, you have come to the right place.  Note that you do not have to be a student at WTAMU to use this study session.  It was created as a service to anyone who needs help getting ready for this test.


Special note to those taking the math part of the ACCUPLACER test:
Even though I refer to the THEA test throughout this webpage, if you are planning to take the ACCUPLACER test this page can also help you.  The content of the math part of the THEA and the ACCUPLACER tests are similar, they just may be labeled differently.

I believe that if you have the mathematical concepts down, then you should be able to answer a wide variety of questions that use those concepts no matter how the questions are asked.


If this is your first visit to our website, please read the disclaimer.


The math part of the THEA test is split into four main areas:



Below are the specific concepts you need to know about each of those areas.   This list was compiled from researching the Mathematics Skill Descriptions webpage at the official THEA website created by the National Evaluation Systems.

Under each specific concept, you will find links to in-depth tutorials that will help learn and review the material.  These tutorials come from the WTAMU Virtual Math Lab, which I created.  Within these tutorials, you will find pertinent definitions, formulas, step-by-step explanations, an answer/discussion section with step-by-step solutions, and links to other credible webpages that can help you further with that topic.

In math, when you study a specific topic, a lot of times you are incorporating other mathematical topics into solving the problem.  Some of the tutorials will overlap each other.  This will help reinforce the concepts you need to know for the THEA test.


 

HOW TO EFFECTIVELY USE THIS WEBPAGE:
 
 
Under the Fundamental Mathematics, Geometry and Problem Solving areas, you need to go to all the links that are under each topic to get the full benefit. 

Under the Algebra area, there is a lot of overlapping between the different levels (beginning and  intermediate) of tutorials.  Find the algebra level that agrees with you most and do all of the tutorials under that level.  If you start at the beginning level algebra, make sure that you make your way up through intermediate algebra before you take the THEA or ACCUPLACER test.

When you are done with a tutorial, you can come back to this webpage by clicking on the back arrow link marked THEA Math Help Page found on the top left corner of the tutorial page OR clicking on the back arrow on the top left of your Internet window until you are back to this page.



desk Fundamental Mathematics

 


The first area that we will be looking at is fundamental mathematics.  You know, fun things like making sure you have the negative in the right place and remembering when you have to find the common denominator of your fractions.  Don't worry, I have the utmost confidence that you will do much better with arithmetic than Calvin.


SPECIAL NOTE:

You need to go to all the links that are under each topic for fundamental mathematics to get the full benefit.


The fundamental mathematics area covers:




  Integers, Fractions, Decimals, and Units of Measurements


Beginning Algebra Tutorial 3: Fractions
 

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Beginning Algebra Tutorial 5: Adding Real Numbers
 

This tutorial covers: Keep in mind that real numbers include integers, fractions and decimals as well as other types of numbers.


Beginning Algebra Tutorial 6: Subtracting Real Numbers
 

This tutorial covers: Keep in mind that real numbers include integers, fractions and decimals as well as other types of numbers. 


Beginning Algebra Tutorial 7: Multiplying and Dividing Real Numbers
 

This tutorial covers: Keep in mind that real numbers include integers, fractions and decimals as well as other types of numbers.


  Problems Involving Data Interpretation and Analysis

Beginning Algebra Tutorial 9: Reading Graphs
 

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Beginning Algebra Tutorial 16: Percent and Problem Solving

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Beginning Algebra Tutorial 34: Central Tendencies
 

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desk Algebra

 


It's back!!!!!!   Just when you thought it was safe to come back to school, POW, another math test with ALGEBRA!!!  I'm hoping that with this section of tutorials, I will convert some of you who are math atheists (you know who you are).


SPECIAL NOTE: 

Note that most of the topics under Algebra contain tutorials from two levels (lowest to highest): beginning and intermediate. 

Ideally, for the Algebra section, you want to be able to work the intermediate level by the time you take the THEA test. 

There will be some overlapping between the levels.  If a topic has tutorials in more than one level, try going under the highest level first.  If that is too hard for you, go to the tutorials of the next level down, if available.  

Once you find a level to start with, make sure that if it is beginning algebra, in the end you work your way up to intermediate algebra. 

 
The beauty of this is it is individualized.  You can go at your own pace at the comfort of your own computer.  You know better than anyone else what your algebra skills are. 
 

The algebra area covers:


  Graphs of Number Relationships


Beginning Algebra Tutorial 20: The Rectangular Coordinate System
 

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Beginning Algebra Tutorial 21: Graphing Linear Equations
 

This tutorial covers:


Beginning Algebra Tutorial 22: Intercepts
 

This tutorial covers:


Beginning Algebra Tutorial 23: Slope
 

This tutorial covers:

Beginning Algebra Tutorial 24: Graphing Linear Inequalities
 

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Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 12: Graphing Equations

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Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 14: Graphing Linear Equations

This tutorial covers:


Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 15: The Slope of a Line

This tutorial covers:


Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 17: Graphing Linear Inequalities
 

This tutorial covers:

  One and Two Variable Equations 


Beginning Algebra Tutorial 12: Addition Property of Equality
 

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Beginning Algebra Tutorial 13: Multiplication Property of Equality

This tutorial covers:


Beginning Algebra Tutorial 14: Solving Linear Equations
 

This tutorial covers:


Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 7: Linear Equations in One Variable
 

This tutorial covers:

Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 19: Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables
 

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  Word Problems With Variables

Beginning Algebra Tutorial 15: Introduction to Problem Solving
 

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Beginning Algebra Tutorial 17: Further Problem Solving
 

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Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 8: Introduction to Problem Solving
 

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Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 21: Systems of Linear Equations and Problem Solving

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  Algebraic Expressions and Functional Notation

Beginning Algebra Tutorial 11: Simplifying Algebraic Expressions
 

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Beginning Algebra Tutorial 26: Exponents
 

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Beginning Algebra Tutorial 27: Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
 

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Beginning Algebra Tutorial 28: Multiplying Polynomials
 

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Beginning Algebra Tutorial 29: Negative Exponents and Scientific Notation
 

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Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 13:  Introduction to Functions

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Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 23:  Exponents and Scientific Notation Part I
 

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Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 24:  Exponents and Scientific Notation Part II
 

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Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 25: Polynomials and Polynomial Functions
 

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Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 26: Multiplying Polynomials
 

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Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 27: The GCF and Factoring by Grouping
 

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Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 28: Factoring Trinomials
 

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Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 29: Factoring Special Products
 

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  Quadratic Equations

College Algebra Tutorial 17: Quadratic Equations
 

This tutorial covers:

 


desk Geometry

 

Ahhhhh, a relief from algebra.  This section covers the basics of geometry.  You do not need to know how to do geometry proofs for the test - YEAH!!!  After completing this section, you will be able to write funny little cartoons like this one (ha, ha - I just couldn't resist).



SPECIAL NOTE: 

You need to go to all the links that are under each topic for fundamental mathematics to get the full benefit.



The geometry area covers:


  


Problems with Geometric Figures


Beginning Algebra Tutorial 32: Formulas
 

This tutorial covers:

Intermediate Algebra Tutorial 9: Formulas and Problem Solving
 

This tutorial covers:

 

  Problems with Geometric Concepts

Beginning Algebra Tutorial 33: Basic Geometry
 

This tutorial covers:



desk Problem Solving

 

Whether you like it or not, whether you are going to be a mother, father, teacher, computer programmer, scientist, researcher, business owner, coach, mathematician, manager, doctor, lawyer, banker (the list can go on and on) problem solving is everywhere.  Some people think that you either can do it or you can't.  Contrary to that belief, it can be a learned trade.  Even the best athletes and musicians had some coaching along the way and lots of practice. That's what it also takes to be good at problem solving.  So don't savor the mystery of a good problem, but get in there and solve it!


SPECIAL NOTE: 

You need to go to all the links that are under each topic for fundamental mathematics to get the full benefit.



The problem solving area covers:


   Reasoning Skills

Beginning Algebra Tutorial 35: Reasoning Skills
 

This tutorial covers:


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Disclaimer:
Note that we can not guarantee that you will pass your test after going through any of the tutorials in this website.   However, it will definitely help you to better understand the topics covered.  WTAMU and Kim Seward are not responsible for how a student does on any test for any reason including not being able to access the website due to any technology problems. 

THEA is the registered trademark of National Evaluation Systems, Inc. (NES). The material here has neither been reviewed nor endorsed by NES.

ACCUPLACER is the registered trademark of the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB).  The material here has neither been reviewed nor endorsed by the CEEB.

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Last revised on August 8, 2008 by Kim Seward.