1. A computer-based assessment. Measures a level of readiness for college-level courses in the areas of English and math. The results of the assessment are used by academic advisors to determine a student’s course selection. This is not a “pass” or “fail” placement test. What is the Accuplacer?

2. The Math Section of the Accuplacer Begins with Elementary Algebra. Branches to either Arithmetic or College Level Math based on previous answers. Scratch paper is provided and will be collected at the end of the assessment.

3. Elementary Algebra  Understanding a number line  Understanding algebraic terms and expressions  Using proportions to solve problems  Add, subtract, multiply, and divide negative numbers  Simplifying algebraic expressions  Multiplying binomials  Exponents  Combining like terms  Evaluating formulas  Square roots  Absolute Value  Solving equations  Order of Operations  Solving linear equations Contains 12 multiple choice questions. A calculator is provided by the computer on questions where its use would be beneficial. Expect to see the following concepts covered on this portion of the test:

4. Arithmetic Contains 17 questions and calculator is provided by the computer on questions where its use would be beneficial. Expect to see the following concepts covered on this portion of the test: Decimals Fractions Exponents, Order of Operations, Integers Ratios, Proportions, and Percents Expressions, Equations, Inequalities

5. College Level Math Contains 20 questions and test assesses from intermediate algebra through pre-calculus. Expect to see the following concepts covered on this portion of the test: Algebraic operations Solutions of equations and inequalities Coordinate geometry Functions and trigonometry Applications and other algebra topics ask about complex numbers, series and sequences, determinants, permutations and combinations, fractions, and word problems.

6. Students may click on the calculator icon and use the calculator to help solve that particular math problem. No other calculators, computer generated, handheld or otherwise are allowed. A proctor will provide the student with scrap paper to work out their solutions. Using the Online Calculator

7. Practice Visit the ACCUPLACER website accuplacerpractice.collegeboard.org accuplacerpractice.collegeboard.org Create a New Account. 7 Access Code XLT-HBY-9Z-6KS2 Order Number 6101969

8. Create a New Account

9. Enter the Codes

10. Returning Users

12. Doing Your Best Make sure you are well-rested and come in with a positive attitude. Take your time and read each set of directions carefully. Practice the sample questions. Visit the Math Tutoring Center for extra help or additional information.

13. Math Tutoring Center, Room 228 E Academic Support Center We can help you prepare for the Accuplacer. FREE to enrolled Ivy Tech Students. No Appointment Necessary.. 13 Semester Break HoursSummer Hours May 9 th – June 3 rd June 6 th – July 29 h Monday - FridayMonday 10 am - 5 pm 9 am – 5 pm Tuesday 10 am - 7 pm Wednesday 10 am – 7 pm Thursday 10 am – 5 pm Friday 10 am - 2 pm

14. IVYT 099, the Ivy Prep Math Program is a free, non-credit course utilizing a self-paced computer program which provides units of study for students to work through to improve their math skills. Students may begin the program at any time. To enroll in the IVY PREP program meet with an Academic Advisor. Accuplacer retesting is no longer required upon successful completion of the program. After You Take the Accuplacer Do you need to improve your math scores? Would you like to skip a math course? Enroll in the Math Program!

15. If you have any questions about the math portion of the Accuplacer, the Ivy Prep Math Program, or the Math Tutoring Center, please contact Sylvia Labitzke at slabitzke@ivytech.edu or call (812) 492-0323. slabitzke@ivytech.edu