• The Reading Comprehension test has been replaced with Next Generation Reading. Additional questions, such as paired passages, vocabulary, and literary passages, were introduced. 
• The Sentence Skills test has been replaced with Next Generation Writing. Improvements have been made, such as changing a discrete-question basis to a set basis. There was also more focus given on effective use of language, organization and development.0
• The content of the Math placement tests has been aligned. Also, the Arithmetic test has been replaced with Next Generation Arithmetic. Elementary Algebra has been replaced with Next-Generation Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra, and Statistics. Lastly, College-Level Math has been replaced with Next Generation Advanced Algebra and Functions.

1. Operations with whole numbers - the topics contained are multiplication, subtraction, division and addition, and fractions.
2. Operations with decimals and percents - the topics contained are decimals with multiplication, subtraction, division, and addition; recognizing decimals, problems involving percent and estimation; and percent and fraction equivalencies.
3. Applications and problem solving - the topics contained are problems involving measurement, simple geometry, percent, fractional parts, and rate.

1. Algebra operations - the topics contained are factoring, roots and exponents, rational algebraic expressions, and polynomials.
2. Solutions of equations and inequalities - the topics contained are equation systems, linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, and other algebraic equations.
3. Coordinate geometry - the topics contained are straight lines, graphs of algebraic functions, coordinated plane, conics, and plane geometry, among others.
4. Applications and other algebra topics - the topics contained are permutations and combinations, complex numbers, word problems, and fractions.
5. Functions and trigonometry - the topics contained are logarithmic and trigonometric functions, polynomials, and algebraic exponentials. 

1. Operations with integers and rational numbers - the topics contained are negative rationals, ordering, absolute values, and integers.
2. Operations with algebraic expressions - the topics contained are division, multiplication, addition, and subtraction of monomials and polynomials; evaluation of exponents and positive rational roots; and simplification of algebraic fractions.
3. Solution of equations, inequalities, and word problems - the topics contained are solving problems involving quadratic equations by factoring, geometric reasoning, and graphing, linear equations and inequalities, etc.

1. Focus - The essay must clearly show the main idea or point of view.
2. Organization - The essay must clearly show the structure and logical sequence of the ideas.
3. Development and Support - The essay must show the elaboration of ideas and presentation of supporting details.
4. Sentence Structure - The essay must show how effective the sentence structure is.
5. Mechanical Structure - The essay must show correct gramma,r and it is free of errors. 
6. English-As-A-Second Language (ESL) Language Use - The test will determine the students’ proficiency in correct English grammar usage.

• Coffee is the most popular beverage in the entire world, and it is estimated that about 80% of Americans drink coffee. 

1. It makes a contrast.
2. It gives an example.
3. It supports the first.
4. It contradicts the first.

• One root of a certain real polynomial is ? − ??. Which of the following must also be a root of this polynomial?

1. 0
2. −2? 
3. 3 + 2? 
4. −3 + 2?
5. 2 − 3?

• Although most persons prefer traditional pets like cats and dogs, others gravitate towards exotic animals like snakes and lizards.

1. Although most persons
2. Because most people
3. While most people
4. Maybe some persons

• Which of the following is the best estimate for ??. ????? ÷ ?. ????

1. 2 
2. 3 
3. 16
4. 20

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1. What is the best version of the underlined part of this sentence? One of the choices involves leaving the sentence as it is written. I couldn't make out the year on the coin , but it was clearly old, whatever the case.

   • A. I didn’t made out the year on the coin
   • B. Making out the year on the coin
   • C. I couldn’t make out the year on the coin
   • D. Even if I make out the year of the coin

   Answer: C. I couldn’t make out the year on the coin

   The original sentence is grammatically correct and uses the appropriate past tense negative form 'couldn't make out' to express inability to discern the year on the coin. This phrasing is idiomatic and clear. The other options introduce incorrect verb tenses or awkward phrasing, making the original sentence the best version.

2. Choose the correct word for the blank in this sentence: Because of his strength, speed, and skills on the field, Dwayne ____ a perfect candidate for the NBA draft when he graduated from college.

   • A. isn’t
   • B. is
   • C. was
   • D. wasn’t

   Answer: C. was

   The phrase 'when he graduated from college' clearly places the entire statement in the past. Therefore, the past tense form of the verb 'to be' is required. 'Was' correctly indicates that Dwayne *was* a perfect candidate at that specific point in the past.

3. To walk, biking, and driving are Pat’s favorite ways of getting around.

   • A. To walk, biking, and driving
   • B. Walking, biking, and driving
   • C. To walk, biking, and to drive
   • D. To walk, to bike, and also driving

   Answer: B. Walking, biking, and driving

   The original sentence lacks parallel structure, mixing an infinitive ('To walk') with two gerunds ('biking,' 'driving'). To achieve parallelism, all items in a list should be in the same grammatical form. Changing 'To walk' to 'Walking' creates a consistent list of gerunds, making the sentence grammatically correct and balanced.

4. 9 ⁄ 5 - 2 ⁄ 3 =

   • A. 11 ⁄ 5
   • B. 7 ⁄ 2
   • C. 17 ⁄ 15
   • D. 12 ⁄ 15

   Answer: C. 17 ⁄ 15

   To subtract fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator. For 9/5 and 2/3, the least common multiple of 5 and 3 is 15. Convert the fractions: 9/5 becomes 27/15 (multiply numerator and denominator by 3), and 2/3 becomes 10/15 (multiply numerator and denominator by 5). Now, subtract the new fractions: 27/15 - 10/15 = 17/15. This is an improper fraction and can be left as such or converted to a mixed number (1 2/15).

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