Preparing for the Math Qualifying Exam

Examination Descriptions

The examination for placement into MAT 0995, 1000, 1050, 1110, 1120, 1500, or 1800 and/or to meet the Mathematics Competency requirement is a 40-item multiple-choice test covering arithmetic, algebra, and geometry, timed for 80 minutes.  The examination for placement into MAT 2010 is a 55-item multiple- choice test covering arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and elementary functions, timed for 120 minutes.  No aids (including calculators) are permitted.  Total test administration time is approximately 21⁄2 hours.

Review Previous Exams

This page contains links to actual final examinations that have been used in mathematics classes at Wayne State in recent years.  They are intended for:

• students preparing for the mathematics placement exam.
• students enrolled in a mathematics course who are preparing for a final examination.

These exams should only be used as a general guide to material that is likely to appear on future exams.  It is possible that future placement exams or final exams will be significantly different than these sample exams.

MAT 0993 Sample Exams

MAT 1050 Sample Exams

MAT 1800 Sample Exams

Review Math Concepts