Achieve - Math - Public Test Specifications (Eng)

EmSAT Achieve Math
Public Test Specification

Test Description: EmSAT Achieve Math assesses the extent to which the test taker is ready to study
mathematics at the college or university level. It is a computer‐based exam where test sections,
questions, and options are randomized. The tests are timed by the computer. Test-takers can see
how much time they have throughout the exam.
Test Duration: 120 minutes.
Questions: 60 questions
Content Areas: Algebra, Geometry, and Statistics
Task Types: Multiple Choice, Multi-select, Fill-in the-Blank, and Drag and Drop
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Score Score Descriptors

A student at this level has demonstrated sufficient mastery of algebra
1500+ and geometry to warrant being considered for direct entry into a
university-level calculus course.
A student at this level has demonstrated solid understanding of
1300 – 1475 algebra and geometry and could engage in pre-calculus or similar
courses at the college level.
A student at this level has demonstrated sufficient algebra and
geometry understanding to enter into degree programs that do not
1100 – 1275
require pre-calculus or similar courses at the college level. Additional
preparation will be necessary before engaging in precalculus.
A student at this level has demonstrated some understanding of
900 – 1075 algebra and applied geometry. This student needs additional
instruction in pre-college level algebra.
A student at this level has demonstrated limited understanding of a
700 – 875 few algebra and applied geometry concepts. This student needs
additional instruction and support in basic algebra and numeracy.
A student at this level has demonstrated some numerical
understanding but a very limited understanding of basic algebra and
500 – 675
geometry concepts. This student needs additional instruction and
support in basic numeracy, algebra and geometry.
A student at this level has demonstrated little or no ability to apply
basic mathematical concepts at a college entrance level. Students in
< 500
this level would need to significantly improve their mathematical
understanding.
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Appendix 1: Content Areas

Content Area 1: Algebra (60 – 70%)
 Interpret the structure of  Construct and compare linear

expressions and exponential models and
 Write expressions in equivalent solve problems
forms to solve problems  Interpret expressions for
 Perform arithmetic operations on functions in terms of the
polynomials situation they model
 Understand the relationship  Extend the domain of
between zeros and factors of trigonometric functions using the
polynomials unit circle
 Use polynomial identities to solve  Model periodic phenomena with
problems trigonometric functions
 Rewrite rational functions  Prove and apply trigonometric
 Create equations that describe identities
numbers or relationships  Extend the properties of
 Understand solving equations as a exponents to rational exponents
process of reasoning and explain  Use properties of rational and
the reasoning irrational numbers.
 Solve equations and inequalities in  Reason quantitatively and use
one variable units to solve problems
 Solve systems of equations  Perform operations with complex
 Represent and solve equations and numbers
inequalities graphically
 Represent and model with vector
 Understand the concept of a
quantities.
function and use function notation
 Perform operations on vectors.
 Interpret functions that arise in
 Perform operations on matrices
applications in terms of the context
and use matrices in applications
 Analyze functions using different
 Solve problems with limits
representations
 Build a function that models a  Solve basic differentiation
relationship between two problems
quantities  Solve basic integration problems
 Build new functions from existing
functions

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Content Area 2: Geometry (15 – 25%)
 Experiment with transformations in  Apply trigonometry to general triangles

the plane  Understand and apply theorems about
 Understand congruence in terms of circles
transformation  Translate between the geometric
 Prove geometric theorems description and the equation for a conic
 Understand similarity in terms of section
similarity transformations  Use coordinates to prove simple geometric
 Prove theorems involving similarity theorems algebraically
 Define trigonometric ratios and  Explain volume formulas and use them to
solve problems involving right solve problems
triangles  Visualize relationships between two-
dimensional and three-dimensional objects
Content Area 3: Statistics (5 – 15%)
 Summarize, represent, and interpret data  Understand independence and

on a single variable conditional probability and use them
 Summarize, represent, and interpret data to interpret data
on two categorical and quantitative  Use the rules of probability to
variables compute probabilities of compound
 Interpret linear models events in a uniform probability model
 Understand and evaluate random  Calculate expected values and use
processes underlying statistical them to solve problems
experiments  Use probability to evaluate outcomes
 Make inferences and justify conclusions of decisions
from sample surveys, experiments and
observational studies

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Appendix 2: Sample Items

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55.42-50.27= 5.15
5.15/55.42= 0.093
only multiple of
36

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use eq of a circle, plug

(x-h)^2+(y-k)^2=r^2
(underoot7/3 -0)^2 +(y-0)^2=(1)^2
unit circle has points (0,) and radius 1

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rhombus has diagnonals. divide

them by 2. then use
pythagorean theorem to silve
for rhombus side (hypotenuse)

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see image in
folder,

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multiply endpoints by2 then

use the distance formylae

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p(sun and mon)=p(sun) * p(mon)

3/10= 3/5 * pmon
1/2=pmon

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x^2=y+5

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eaach input
must have
only one
output
one output for every input

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watcg video
https://properchoice.ae/emsat-math-statistics-sample-questions/

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(k(x-a)+a, k(y-a)+a)
(2(4-3)+3, 2(3-4)+4)
=5,2

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mean +- 2(S.D)

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cot gets 0 at multiples of pi/2

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vertical shift
phase shift
horizontal

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not given triangle is 90

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it is when there is no order in the data (randm)
when there is order for data
discrete- 1,2,3,4…
continius data- data, no breaking point

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Appendix 3: Formulas

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Public Test Specification

Test Duration: 120 minutes.

Content Areas: Algebra, Geometry, and Statistics

EmSAT Achieve Math

Score Score Descriptors

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 Interpret the structure of  Construct and compare linear

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 Experiment with transformations in  Apply trigonometry to general triangles

Content Area 3: Statistics (5 – 15%)

 Summarize, represent, and interpret data  Understand independence and

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use eq of a circle, plug

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rhombus has diagnonals. divide

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multiply endpoints by2 then

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p(sun and mon)=p(sun) * p(mon)

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