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6th Grade Math Study Guide

Credit by Exam for Credit Recovery or Acceleration

The exam you are interested in taking is designed to test your proficiency in the relevant subject
matter. You should be thoroughly familiar with the subject matter before you attempt to take the
exam. This EA/CBE Study Guide can help you prepare for the exam by giving you an idea of
what you need to review. You can check your familiarity level by reviewing the Texas Essential
Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for this course (see below). To refine your skills, you can refer to
any of the state-adopted textbooks.

Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)

Every question that appears on this exam is derived from the knowledge and skills statements
and student expectations within the Texas-mandated standards, the Texas Essential Knowledge
and Skills (TEKS). You can view the TEKS for this exam online via the following link:
http://ritter.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/chapter111/ch111b.html#111.26. Refer to section (b),
Knowledge and skills, 1A–14H.

Throughout this guide, you’ll see TEKS references. These refer to the numbers listed under
(b) Knowledge and skills; for example, 1A or 3B.

Materials Needed
Paper exams
You will need to bring a #2 pencil to complete the exam. You will receive a computer-graded
answer sheet when you arrive at the testing center. The formula sheets at the end of this study
guide will be provided during the exam. Calculators are not permitted. The proctor will provide
scratch paper.

Online Exams
If necessary, materials will be provided by the testing center. Calculators are not permitted.

Exam Structure
You will be allowed 3 hours to complete this exam. The exam consists of 63 multiple-choice
questions that are equally weighted. You will be allowed one short, monitored break during the
exam. The exam covers the following 9 Objectives:
Objective 1: Number Operations (6 questions)
Objective 2: Fraction and Decimal Operations (7 questions)
Objective 3: Ratios, Rates and Percentages (13 questions)
Objective 4: Integer Operations (6 questions)
Objective 5: Financial Literacy (6 questions)
Objective 6: Expressions, Equations, and Inequalities (7 questions)
Objective 7: Multiple Representations (5 questions)
Objective 8: Two-Dimensional Figures and Measurement (7 questions)
Objective 9: Data and Statistics (6 questions)

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Scholastic Honesty
When you arrive at the testing center, you will be asked to carefully read the exam rules and sign
a statement agreeing to take the exam in accordance with the rules. This is called the Examinee’s
Certification. The following is a copy of these rules:

Examinee’s Certification
This certification must be signed before the exam is administered and then returned with
the completed examination attached, or credit for the exam will not be given.

Scholastic dishonesty is a serious academic violation that will not be tolerated. Scholastic
dishonesty encompasses, but is not limited to:
• copying from another student’s work;
• using an unauthorized testing proctor or taking the exam at an unauthorized testing
location;
• using materials not authorized by a testing proctor;
• possessing materials that are not authorized by a testing proctor, such as lessons, books, or
notes;
• knowingly using or soliciting, in whole or part, the contents of an unadministered test;
• collaborating with or seeking aid from another student without authorization during the
test;
• substituting for another person, or permitting another person to substitute for oneself, in
taking a course test or completing any course-related assignment;
• using, buying, stealing, or transporting some or all of the contents of an unadministered
test, test rubric, homework answer, or computer program.

Evidence of scholastic dishonesty will result in a grade of F on the examination and an F in

the course (if applicable).

At the testing center, you will be asked to sign a statement that says
you have read the above and agree to complete the examination with scholastic honesty.

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General Study Tips

The bulleted lists and sample questions in this study guide can assist you in preparing for the
exam. It is a fairly complete guide, but does not cover every item on the test. Ultimately, you
should use the TEKS to guide your exam preparation.

Additional Study Tips

The following information provides direction for your studies. For each part, you will find study
tips and sample questions to give you a general idea of the types of questions you can expect to
see on the exam.

Objective 1: Number Operations

This part relates to your knowledge of number operations including the order of operations,
multiple ways to represent mathematical operations, and mathematical properties such as
associative and commutative properties. It includes 7 questions that are equally weighted.

Study Tips for Objective 1

This part relates to TEKS 2E, 7A, and 7D. Familiarize yourself with those TEKS, and then be
prepared to demonstrate knowledge of the following topics:
• Generate equivalent numerical expressions using order of operations, including whole
number exponents, and prime factorization
• Extend representations for division to include fraction notation such as a/b represents the
same number as a ÷ b where b ≠ 0
• Generate equivalent expressions using the properties of operations: inverse, identity,
commutative, associative, and distributive properties

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Sample Questions for Objective 1

The following are sample questions. You can find the correct answers listed at the end of this
study guide, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your
comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST response to each of the following questions.

1. What is the prime factorization of 156?

A. 2 • 78
B. 22 • 39
C. 22 • 3 • 13
D. 22 • 32 • 13

2. Samantha and two friends split the cost of their lunch at Dandy Birds. They each had an
order of chicken tenders and fries and all shared a sundae. The expression below can be
used to find the amount each person will pay

3(9) + 3.75
3
How much will each person pay?

A. 5.25
B. 10.25
C. 30.75
D. 33.75

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Objective 2: Fraction and Decimal Operations

This part relates to operations with integers, rational numbers, and fractions. It includes 9
questions that are equally weighted.

Study Tips for Objective 2

This part relates to TEKS 2C, 2D, 3A, 3B, 3E, 4G, and 5C. Familiarize yourself with those
TEKS, and then be prepared to demonstrate knowledge of the following topics:

• Locate, compare, and order integers and rational numbers using a number line
• Multiply and divide positive rational numbers fluently
• Determine, with and without computation, whether a quantity is increased or decreased
when multiplied by a fraction, including values greater than or less than one
• Recognize that dividing by a rational number and multiplying by its reciprocal result in
equivalent values
• Order a set of rational numbers arising from mathematical and real‐world contexts
• Generate equivalent forms of fractions, decimals, and percents using real‐world
problems, including problems that involve money
• Use equivalent fractions, decimals, and percents to show equal parts of the same whole

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Sample Questions for Objective 2

The following are sample questions. You can find the correct answers listed at the end of this
study guide, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your
comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST response to each of the following questions.

3. Angelica was asked to arrange the numbers below from least to greatest. Which answer
choice correctly lists the numbers?

! #
57% .7 74%
" !
! #
A. 74%, .7, , , 57%
" !
! #
B. , 74%, , .7, 57%
" !
# !
C. , 57%, , .7, 74%
! "
# !
D. 57%, .7, , 74%,
! "

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4. Below are three students’ explanations on how to calculate 10% of $25.60.

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• Nick said, “I multiplied 25.6 by !" .”
• Samantha said, “I divided 25.6 by 10.”
• Amanda said, “I multiplied 25.6 by 0.1.”

Which student was correct and why?

A. Both Nick and Amanda are correct because of means to multiply.

B. Only Amanda because she calculated the decimal equivalent of 10% to multiply.
C. Only Samantha because she found the value of 1 out of 10 parts by dividing by 10.
D. All three students are correct because dividing by 10 and multiplying by its reciprocal
give equivalent values.

5. Which of the following describes the result of multiplying a postive number, x, by a

fraction?
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A. x × # < x
$
B. x × # < x
!
C. x × % > x
#
D. x × # > x

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Objective 3: Rates, Ratios, and Percentages

This part relates to your knowledge of setting up rates and ratios correctly in order to use them to
solve real world problems, generate fraction, decimal, and percent equivalencies. It includes 17
questions that are equally weighted.

Study Tips for Objective 3

This part relates to TEKS 4B-H and 5A-C. Familiarize yourself with those TEKS, and then be
prepared to demonstrate knowledge of the following topics:
• Apply qualitative and quantitative reasoning to solve prediction and comparison of real‐
world problems involving ratios and rates
• Give examples of ratios as multiplicative comparisons of two quantities describing the
same attribute
• Give examples of rates as the comparison by division of two quantities having different
attributes, including rates as quotients
• Represent ratios and percents with concrete models, fractions, and decimals
• Represent benchmark fractions and percents such as 1%, 10%, 25%, 33 1/3%, and
multiples of these values using 10 by 10 grids, strip diagrams, number lines, and numbers
• Generate equivalent forms of fractions, decimals, and percents using real‐world
problems, including problems that involve money
• Use equivalent fractions, decimals, and percents to show equal parts of the same whole
• Convert units within a measurement system, including the use of proportions and unit
rates
• Represent mathematical and real‐world problems involving ratios and rates using scale
factors, tables, graphs, and proportions
• Solve real‐world problems to find the whole given a part and the percent, to find the part
given the whole and the percent, and to find the percent given the part and the whole,
including the use of concrete and pictorial models

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Sample Questions for Objective 3

The following are sample questions. You can find the correct answers listed at the end of this
study guide, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your
comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST response to each of the following questions.

6. Jorge drove 68 miles using 4 gallons of gas. Melanie drove 57 miles using 3 gallons of
gas. Whose car has the better gas mileage?

A. Jorge, 72 miles per gallon

B. Jorge, 17 miles per gallon
C. Melanie, 60 miles per gallon
D. Melanie, 19 miles per gallon

7. Which of the following models shows 10% shaded?

A.

B.

C.

D.

8. Chandler received 60 out of 90 votes to be class treasurer. Which two values below
represent the number of votes Chandler received?
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A. #
and 33 1/3%

B. .3 and 30%
C. .6 and 60%
&
D. #
and 66 2/3%

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Objective 4: Integer Operations

This part relates to your knowledge of relationships between sets of numbers, integer operations,
comparisons of integers and rational numbers, and graphing using coordinate planes. It includes
7 questions that are equally weighted

Study Tips for Objective 4

This part relates to TEKS 2A-C, 3C-D and 11. Familiarize yourself with those TEKS, and then
be prepared to demonstrate knowledge of the following topics:
• Classify whole numbers, integers, and rational numbers using a visual representation
such as a Venn diagram to describe relationships between sets of numbers
• Identify a number, its opposite, and its absolute value
• Locate, compare, and order integers and rational numbers using a number line
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide integers fluently
• Represent integer operations with concrete models and connect the actions with the
models to standardized algorithms
• Graph points in all four quadrants using ordered pairs of rational numbers

Sample Questions for Objective 4

The following are sample questions. You can find the correct answers listed at the end of this
study guide, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your
comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST response to each of the following questions.

9. Which equation represents the model shown below?

X
Key
=1

= -1

A. 2 • 5 = 10
B. 5 • (-2) = 10
C. 2 • (-5) = -10
D. (-5) • (-2) = 10

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10. Which coordinate pair best represents point M on the coordinate grid below?

J
5\
4
K
2

-4 -2 0 2 L 4

-2
M

-4 I

A. (3, 3.5)
B. (-3.5, 3)
C. (-2.5, -3)
D. (-3, -2.5)

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Objective 5: Financial Literacy

This part relates to your knowledge of financial literacy regarding checking and savings
accounts, credit reports, ways to pay for higher education, qualities of a financial institution, etc.
It includes 8 questions that are equally weighted.

Study Tips for Objective 5

This part relates to TEKS 14A-H. Familiarize yourself with those TEKS, and then be prepared to
demonstrate knowledge of the following topics:
• Compare the features and costs of a checking account and a debit card offered by
different local financial institutions
• Distinguish between debit cards and credit cards
• Balance a check register that includes deposits, withdrawals, and transfers
• Explain why it is important to establish a positive credit history
• Describe the information in a credit report and how long it is retained
• Describe the value of credit reports to borrowers and to lenders
• Explain various methods to pay for college, including through savings, grants,
scholarships, student loans, and work‐study
• Compare the annual salary of several occupations requiring various levels of post-
secondary education or vocational training and calculate the effects of the different
annual salaries on lifetime income

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Sample Questions for Objective 5

The following are sample questions. You can find the correct answers listed at the end of this
study guide, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your
comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST response to each of the following questions.

11. Josh’s bank account record is shown below. He is diligent about recording his
transactions, but does not regularly balance his checkbook. After paying his electric bill,
his balance is $1,100 as shown below.

Check Date Transaction Payment/ Deposit Balance

Number Debit
101 12/2 Electric Bill 120.00 1100.00
102 12/6 Mortgage Payment 1200.00 -100.00
12/16 Transfer from savings 500.00
103 12/18 Phone Bill 60.00
104 12/18 Groceries 80.00

What will Josh’s account balance be after he buys his groceries?

A. $-740
B. $-140
C. $260
D. $1,960

12. Which of the statements below about credit cards and debit cards is not true?

I. You pay interest on the unpaid balance of debit cards.

II. With debit cards you are able to buy things before you have saved for the
entire purchase.
III. You must have enough money in your account to cover credit purchases.
IV. Credit cards are a way to pay for things in case of an emergency.

A. I only
B. IV only
C. I and II only
D. I, II, and III

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Objective 6: Expressions, Equations, and Inequalities

This part relates to your knowledge of solving one-step equations, creating rules for a given table
of data, and selecting scenarios that represent equations. It includes 8 questions that are equally
weighted.

Study Tips for Objective 6

This part relates to TEKS 7B-C, 9A-C, and 10A-B. Familiarize yourself with those TEKS, and
then be prepared to demonstrate knowledge of the following topics:
• Distinguish between expressions and equations verbally, numerically, and algebraically;
• Determine if two expressions are equivalent using concrete models, pictorial models, and
algebraic representations
• Write one‐variable, one‐step equations and inequalities to represent constraints or
condition within problems
• Represent solutions for one‐variable, one‐step equations and inequalities on number lines
• Write corresponding real‐world problems given one‐variable, one‐step equations or
inequalities
• Model and solve one‐variable, one‐step equations and inequalities that represent
problems, including geometric concepts
• Determine if the given value(s) make(s) one‐variable, one‐step equations or inequalities
true

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Sample Questions for Objective 6

The following are sample questions. You can find the correct answers listed at the end of this
study guide, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your
comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST response to each of the following questions.

13. Which of the following is an expression?

I. a number is less than eight

II. eight is greater than a number
III. eight less than a number
IV. Seventeen is eight less than a number

A. I only
B. III only
C. IV only
D. I and II

14. The equation can be used to determine the measure of the angle labeled x for the triangle
shown below.

115 + 30 + x = 180

30 ͦ

115 ͦ
xͦ

What value of x makes the equation true?

A. 35 ͦ
B. 65 ͦ
C. 145 ͦ
D. 150 ͦ

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Objective 7: Multiple Representations

This part relates to your knowledge of comparing equations and representing data graphically, in
tables, and in equations. It includes 6 questions that are equally weighted.

Study Tips for Objective 7

This part relates to TEKS 4A, 6A, 6B, and 6C. Familiarize yourself with those TEKS, and then
be prepared to demonstrate knowledge of the following topics:
• Compare two rules verbally, numerically, graphically, and symbolically in the form of y
= ax or y = x + a in order to differentiate between additive and multiplicative
relationships
• Identify independent and dependent quantities from tables and graphs
• Write an equation that represents the relationship between independent and dependent
quantities from a table
• Represent a given situation using verbal descriptions, tables, graphs, and equations in the
form y = kx or y = x + b

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Sample Questions for Objective 7

The following are sample questions. You can find the correct answers listed at the end of this
study guide, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your
comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST response to each of the following questions.

15. Which table below has a multiplicative relationship between x and y?

A.
x 2 4 6 8
y 4 8 12 16

B.
x 1 2 5 7

y 8 9 10 11

C.
x 1 2 3 4

y 4 5 6 7

D.
x 1 3 5 7

y 2 4 6 8

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16. Which of the following describes the relationship in the table?

Mark Up Price of Clothing Items

Whole Sale Price, Retail Price,
w r
$4 $6
$8 $12
$12 $18
$20 $30

A. r = 1.5w
B. r=w˗2
C. r=w+2
D. r = 2w + 2

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Objective 8: Two-Dimensional Figures and Measurement

This part relates to your knowledge of triangles and quadrilaterals including angle
measurements, area, and volume; converting units within a measurement system. It includes
10 questions that are equally weighted.

Study Tips for Objective 8

This part relates to TEKS 4H, 8A-D, and10A. Familiarize yourself with those TEKS, and then be
prepared to demonstrate knowledge of the following topics:
• Extend previous knowledge of triangles and their properties to include the sum of angles
of a triangle, the relationship between the lengths of sides and measures of angles in a
triangle, and determining when three lengths form a triangle
• Model area formulas for parallelograms, trapezoids, and triangles by decomposing and
rearranging parts of these shapes
• Write equations that represent problems related to the area of rectangles, parallelograms,
trapezoids, and triangles and volume of right rectangular prisms where dimensions are
positive rational numbers
• Determine solutions for problems involving the area of rectangles, parallelograms,
trapezoids, and triangles and volume of right rectangular prisms where dimensions are
positive rational numbers
• Model and solve one‐variable, one‐step equations and inequalities that represent
problems, including geometric concepts
• Convert units within a measurement system, including the use of proportions and unit
rates

Sample Questions for Objective 8

The following are sample questions. You can find the correct answers listed at the end of this
study guide, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your
comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST response to each of the following questions.

17. Possible dimensions for a triangle are given below.

I. 5cm, 5cm, 5cm

II. 11cm, 5cm, 7cm
III. 5cm, 2cm, 3cm
IV. 6cm, 8cm, 10cm

Which set can create a triangle?

A. I only
B. I and II only
C. II and IV only
D. I, II, and IV

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18. Which equation could be used to solve for a, the area of the parallelogram below?

24
x

40

A. a = 40 • x
B. a = 40 • 24
C. a = 40 • 24 • x
$% • '$ • (
D. a =
'

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Objective 9: Data and Statistics

This part relates to your knowledge of representing data, reading data representations, and
summarizing data. It includes 7 questions that are equally weighted.

Study Tips for Objective 9

This part relates to TEKS 12A-D and 13A-B. Familiarize yourself with those TEKS, and then be
prepared to demonstrate knowledge of the following topics:
• Represent numeric data graphically, including dot plots, stem‐and‐leaf plots, histograms,
and box plots
• Use the graphical representation of numeric data to describe the center, spread, and shape
of the data distribution
• Summarize numeric data with numerical summaries, including the mean and median
(measures of center) and the range and interquartile range (IQR) (measures of spread),
and use these summaries to describe the center, spread, and shape of the data distribution
• Summarize categorical data with numerical and graphical summaries, including the
mode, the percent of values in each category (relative frequency table), and the percent
bar graph, and use these summaries to describe the data distribution
• Interpret numeric data summarized in dot plots, stem‐and‐leaf plots, histograms, and box
plots
• Distinguish between situations that yield data with and without variability

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Sample Questions for Objective 9

The following are sample questions. You can find the correct answers listed at the end of this
study guide, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your
comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST response to each of the following questions.

19. Which of the following CANNOT be used to describe how the values in a data set are
distributed?

I. Mode
II. Mean
III. Range
IV. Interquartile range
V. Standard deviation

A. V only
B. I and II only
C. IV and V only
D. III and IV only

20. Below are the test grades from science exam in Ms. Dakota’s class.

Test Grades
6 3 5 8
7 0 3 3 8 9
8 0 0 0 5 6 7 8
9 0 2 2 5 6 8

According to the data presented, which of the following is NOT true?

A. The mean is about 82.

B. The mean is less than the median.
C. The median and mode are the same.
D. Ms. Dakota has 21 students in this class.

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Answer Key

Item Number Correct Answer

1 C
2 B
3 D
4 D
5 A
6 D
7 C
8 D
9 C
10 D
11 C
12 D
13 B
14 A
15 A
16 A
17 D
18 A
19 B
20 B

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