The topics on a math placement test may include linear equations and inequalities, exponents and polynomials, factoring, roots and radicals, quadratic equations, fractions, and order of operations. All of these topics must be sufficiently covered without the use of a calculator to pass the placement test.

These free diagnostic tests help you discover your child or student's level in math, and to find out EXACTLY where they have gaps (if any). They are end-of-year (EOY) tests — in other words, meant to be taken AFTER studying the particular grade.

To determine which level of mathematics matches your current ability, your school is likely to administer its own college math placement test rather than use the standardized test scores. Let’s explore the reasons for this placement test and what the content generally looks like.