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Key Facts: CLEP College Mathematics Exam

60

approximate number of multiple-choice questions

College Board

90 minutes

total time limit for the exam

College Board

20-80

scoring scale, with 50 the ACE credit-granting score

College Board / ACE

3

semester hours typically granted at a passing score

ACE

$97

exam fee plus a test-center administration fee

College Board

TI-30XS

MultiView scientific calculator built into the software

College Board

CLEP College Mathematics has about 60 multiple-choice questions answered in 90 minutes and is scored on a 20-80 scale, with 50 the ACE-recommended credit-granting score that usually earns 3 semester hours. It is a liberal-arts math survey for non-math majors and contains no calculus: algebra and functions (~20%) and financial mathematics (~20%) carry the most weight, followed by data analysis and statistics (~15%), logic and sets (~15%), and counting and probability, geometry, and numbers (~10% each). An on-screen TI-30XS MultiView scientific calculator is provided, and the exam fee is $97 plus a test-center administration fee (source: College Board, clep.collegeboard.org).

Sample CLEP College Mathematics Practice Questions

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1If 3x + 7 = 22, what is the value of x?
A.3
B.7
C.15
D.5
Explanation: Subtract 7 from both sides to get 3x = 15, then divide by 3 to find x = 5. You can check by substituting: 3(5) + 7 = 15 + 7 = 22.
2Which of the following is the solution to the inequality 2x - 3 < 9?
A.x < 6
B.x > 6
C.x < 3
D.x > 3
Explanation: Add 3 to both sides to get 2x < 12, then divide by 2 to get x < 6. Because we divided by a positive number, the inequality direction stays the same.
3If f(x) = 2x^2 - 3x + 1, what is f(3)?
A.7
B.10
C.13
D.16
Explanation: Substitute 3 for x: f(3) = 2(3)^2 - 3(3) + 1 = 2(9) - 9 + 1 = 18 - 9 + 1 = 10. Follow order of operations, squaring before multiplying.
4What are the solutions to the equation x^2 - 5x + 6 = 0?
A.x = 1 and x = 6
B.x = -2 and x = -3
C.x = 2 and x = 3
D.x = -1 and x = 6
Explanation: Factor the quadratic as (x - 2)(x - 3) = 0, so x = 2 or x = 3. Check: 2 + 3 = 5 (the middle coefficient) and 2 times 3 = 6 (the constant).
5Solve the system of equations: x + y = 10 and x - y = 4.
A.x = 7, y = 3
B.x = 6, y = 4
C.x = 3, y = 7
D.x = 5, y = 5
Explanation: Add the two equations to eliminate y: 2x = 14, so x = 7. Substitute back: 7 + y = 10, so y = 3. Both equations are satisfied by (7, 3).
6What is the slope of the line passing through the points (1, 2) and (5, 10)?
A.1
B.2
C.4
D.8
Explanation: Slope equals the change in y over the change in x: (10 - 2) / (5 - 1) = 8 / 4 = 2. The line rises 2 units for every 1 unit it moves right.
7If 5(x - 2) = 3x + 4, what is the value of x?
A.3
B.5
C.7
D.9
Explanation: Distribute to get 5x - 10 = 3x + 4. Subtract 3x from both sides: 2x - 10 = 4. Add 10: 2x = 14, so x = 7.
8Which expression is equivalent to (x^3)(x^4)?
A.x^7
B.x^12
C.x^1
D.2x^7
Explanation: When multiplying powers with the same base, add the exponents: 3 + 4 = 7, giving x^7. The base stays the same and the coefficient remains 1.
9The function g(x) = 4x - 5 is evaluated at two points. What is g(2) - g(0)?
A.3
B.8
C.-5
D.13
Explanation: Compute g(2) = 4(2) - 5 = 3 and g(0) = 4(0) - 5 = -5. Then g(2) - g(0) = 3 - (-5) = 8. Subtracting a negative adds the two magnitudes.
10If the graph of a line has equation y = -2x + 3, what is its y-intercept?
A.-2
B.2
C.3
D.-3
Explanation: In slope-intercept form y = mx + b, the constant b is the y-intercept. Here b = 3, so the line crosses the y-axis at (0, 3).

About the CLEP College Mathematics Exam

CLEP College Mathematics is a College Board credit-by-examination test covering the mathematics a typical non-mathematics major studies in a college liberal-arts math course. The computer-based exam has about 60 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 90 minutes and spans algebra and functions, financial mathematics, data analysis and statistics, logic and sets, counting and probability, geometry, and number concepts. A TI-30XS MultiView scientific (non-graphing) calculator is built into the testing software.

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Questions

60 questions

Time Limit

90 minutes

Passing Score

50 (on a 20-80 scale)

Exam / Certification Fees

$97 plus a test-center administration fee

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~20%

Algebra and Functions

Solving equations, inequalities and systems of linear equations; linear and exponential growth; functions (linear, polynomial, radical, exponential, logarithmic, piecewise) and their graphs including translation, reflection and symmetry; interpreting formulas.

~20%

Financial Mathematics

Percents and percent change, markups, discounts, taxes, profit and loss; simple and compound interest including continuous compounding; effective interest rate and effective annual yield (APR); present and future value.

~15%

Data Analysis and Statistics

Reading tables, bar, line and circle graphs (pie charts), histograms and scatterplots; mean, median, mode and range; standard deviation and the normal distribution (conceptual questions only).

~15%

Logic and Sets

Truth tables, conditionals, converse/inverse/contrapositive, quantifiers, set operations, Venn diagrams and subsets.

~10%

Counting and Probability

Counting principles, permutations and combinations, probability of simple and compound events, conditional probability and expected value.

~10%

Geometry

Properties of triangles and quadrilaterals (perimeter, area, similarity, Pythagorean theorem), parallel and perpendicular lines, and circles (circumference, area, central and inscribed angles, sectors).

~10%

Numbers

Number properties and operations, rational and irrational numbers, absolute value, the fundamental theorem of arithmetic, exponents and roots, and measurement: unit conversion, scientific notation and numerical precision.

Preparing for the CLEP College Mathematics Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 50 (on a 20-80 scale)
  • Exam length: 60 questions
  • Time limit: 90 minutes
  • Exam / certification fees: $97 plus a test-center administration fee Official sources

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CLEP College Mathematics: Suggested Study Strategy

1Spread practice across all seven content areas; algebra/functions and financial math each carry about 20%, so prioritize them.
2Master percent, interest, and present/future value formulas - financial mathematics is heavily weighted and very formula-driven.
3Practice set operations and truth tables; logic and sets is 15% and rewards careful, rule-based reasoning over computation.
4Learn the built-in TI-30XS MultiView calculator's functions before test day so you do not waste time.
5Review mean, median, mode, range, and standard deviation interpretation; many data questions test reading graphs, not heavy calculation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on CLEP College Mathematics and how long is it?

The exam has approximately 60 multiple-choice questions and a 90-minute time limit. It is delivered on a computer at a CLEP test center or remotely with proctoring.

What score do I need to pass CLEP College Mathematics?

CLEP exams are scored on a 20-80 scale. The American Council on Education (ACE) recommends a credit-granting score of 50, which typically earns 3 semester hours, but individual colleges set their own required scores.

Is a calculator allowed on the CLEP College Mathematics exam?

Yes. A TI-30XS MultiView scientific (non-graphing) calculator is built into the exam software, so you do not bring your own. The exam contains no calculus.

What topics does CLEP College Mathematics cover?

It covers algebra and functions (~20%), financial mathematics (~20%), data analysis and statistics (~15%), logic and sets (~15%), and counting and probability, geometry, and numbers (~10% each).

How much does the CLEP College Mathematics exam cost?

The CLEP exam fee is $97, paid to the College Board, plus a separate administration fee charged by the test center. Some test takers qualify for fee assistance or military funding (DANTES).

Is CLEP College Mathematics the same as the College Algebra CLEP?

No. College Mathematics is a broad liberal-arts survey for non-math majors, while College Algebra is a focused algebra exam. College Mathematics is generally considered less computationally intense.