Math

There are six different types of math included on the ACT Test: Pre-Algebra, Elementary Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, Coordinate Geometry, Plane Geometry, and Trigonometry.

Explore this page to learn more about the concepts that you'll need to know to get ready for the test!

Pre-Algebra (14 Questions)

Concepts to Understand:

whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and integers; positive integer powers and square roots; ratio, proportion, and percent; multiples and factors; absolute value; one variable, linear equations; probability and counting problems; data interpretation; and mean, median, and mode

Elementary Algebra (10 Questions)

Concepts to Understand:

variables, polynomials, factoring, quadratic equations, linear inequalities, integer exponents, and square roots

Intermediate Algebra (9 Questions)

Concepts to Understand:

quadratic formula, radical and rational expressions, inequalities, absolute value, sequences, systems of equations, quadratic inequalities, functions, matrices, polynomial roots, and complex numbers

Coordinate Geometry (9 Questions)

Concepts to Understand:

number line graphs; graphs of points, lines, polynomials, circles, and other curves; relationships between equations and graphs; slope; properties of parallel and perpendicular lines; distance formula; midpoint formula; transformations; and conics

Plane Geometry (14 Questions)

Concepts to Understand:

plane figures (triangles, rectangles, parallelograms, trapezoids, circles); angles; parallel lines; perpendicular lines; translations, reflections, and rotations; 3-D geometry; perimeter, area, and volume; and logical reasoning and proofs

Trigonometry (4 Questions)

Concepts to Understand:

right triangle trigonometric ratios; trigonometric functions, identities, and equations; and trigonometric functions modeling

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