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* Mathematics

The Mathematics Test is the most feared by students and often by the GED teacher unless he/she is a math major.  There are four major changes to the GED 2002 Mathematics Test.

  1. First and foremost, this test will require students to go beyond the basics of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and percents.  On the current test, if students can cover those areas, there is a possibility they can pass the Mathematics Test.  This is not true for GED 2002.  The GED Testing Service is adding higher-level math skills to include data analysis and statistics.  It is time for teachers to brush up on their higher-level math skills.

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  2. Scientific Calculator - The mere mention of the words sends some GED teachers screaming from the room.  Use of a scientific calculator is allowed on part of the new test.  Teachers and students must learn how to use a scientific calculator and its numerous function keys.  Not just any calculator can be used.  The Casio fx-260 Solar is the official GED calculator and is available now through the GED Testing Service.  The Service also has an Overhead Scientific Calculator.  This Overhead Scientific Calculator is great for use in the GED classroom. Just lay it on an overhead projector and presto – the teacher can show students exactly how to use the scientific calculator.   Don’t wait, order them now.  More importantly, have teachers start working with these calculators immediately. 


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GED Fulfillment Center
Department 191
Washington, DC 20055-1091

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Call: (301) 604-9073 
Secure Fax:  (301) 604-0158

Casio fx-260 Solar, $7.00-Item number 251434
Casio OH-280, $35.00 (Overhead Calculator for Teachers)-
Item Number 251435

 
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This program was developed by the State of Florida Adult Secondary/GED/VPI Committee of the Practitioners' Task Force through an Adult Education State Leadership Grant from the Florida Department of Education, Division of Community Colleges and Workforce Education.

Disclaimer:  While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this web-based training component, it is not an official publication of the Florida Department of Education.