The first, operations with integers and rational numbers, includes computations with integers and negative rationals, the use of absolute values, and ordering. The second category operations with algebraic expressions, test skills with the evaluation of simple formulas and expressions, and adding and subtracting monomials and polynomials, the evaluation of positive rational roots and exponents, simplifying algebraic fractions, and factoring. The third category tests skills in equation solving, inequalities, and word problems. These questions include solving systems of linear equations, the solution of quadratic equations by factoring, solving verbal problems presented in algebraic content, geometric reasoning, the translation of written phrases into algebraic expressions, and graphing. There are 12 items on the Elementary Algebra test.
Fees are non-refundable.
Retest Policy A student must wait for at least 90 days before retaking the CPT or any individual subtest. Plus at least 1 year of high school algebra. Plus at least 2 years of high school algebra. CPT Schedule Registration for this test is not required. The student must show a photo ID and pay the fee at the Testing Center in the Student Services Building when they arrive to take the test.