Adrian Mathesis
The greatest unsolved theorem in mathematics is why some people are better at it than others.
In H. Eves Return to Mathematical Circles, Boston: Prindle, Weber and Schmidt, 1988.
Prerequisite Tests
Math 108
Printable version (PDF)
This 20 problem test is given as a tool to help you determine if you are properly prepared for Math 108 at BYU-Idaho. Be completely honest in taking this test. If you enroll in a class you are not prepared for, it will only slow your progress and hurt your grade.
You should get at least 14 correct on the actual test, (similar to this one), given to registered Math 108 students in the testing center. Should you score below a 14 on the actual test, you will need to talk with your instructor regarding your options, which may include refreshing your algebra skills by enrolling in Math 101.
It is also important to remember that this exam is not a reflection of what Math 108 will cover but rather is an overview of the minimum algebraic fundamentals you should have mastered previously in order to be successful in the Math 108 Quantitative Reasoning course. Please see your instructor or the BYU-Idaho Mathematics Department for more information.
Math 110
Take practice test online (Form A)
Printable version (Form A) (PDF)
Take practice test online (Form B)
Printable version (Form B) (PDF)
This 34 problem test is given as a tool to help you determine if you are properly prepared for Math 110 at BYU-Idaho. Be completely honest in taking this test. If you enroll in a class you are not prepared for, it will only slow your progress and hurt your grade.
You should get at least 21 correct on the actual test, (similar to these two practice forms), given to registered Math 110 students.
Should you score below a 21 on the actual test, you will need to talk with your instructor regarding your options, which may include refreshing your algebra skills by enrolling in a Math 101 course prior to attempting Math 110.
Math 305 and 306
Math 305 requirements include passing a diagnostic exam or completion of Math 110 or 112 or equivalent with a C- or higher prior to enrolling in the course.
The exam has three parts:
- Part 1: Arithmetic
- Part 2: Elementary Algebra
- Part 3: Intermediate Algebra
You must enroll to take the exam in Blackboard through the El Ed Department.
Practice exams can be accessed through your Blackboard site under the course EdMath.
Click here for quiz topics and passing scores.
The Math 305 Diagnostic Exam is given in the On-line Testing Center. Check their website at http://www.byui.edu/TestingServices/ for hours and location. Each part can only be taken twice in a 30-day period. If you do not have a passing score after your second attempt, you will be required to wait thirty days and visit with your instructor.
Before you will be allowed new attempts at the exam, your previous score must be cleared. Prior to making additional attempts, email me at gohrj@byui.edu with your name, I-number, and which part you will be taking.
You do not need to schedule a time through the Math Department to take these tests. You do not need to take all three parts on the same day.
Jennifer Gohr
Mathematics Department Secretary
(208) 496-3050
