HSPT Math

An engaging course covering all the essential math concepts tested on the HSPT exam, with real-world applications and problem-solving strategies.
Arithmetic EssentialsAlgebraic ThinkingGeometry Basics
Word Problems and Logical ReasoningAdvanced Fractions, Decimals, and PercentsData, Statistics, and Probability
Budgeting and Everyday MathShopping and Comparing DealsMath in Sports and Games
Time Management for the HSPT Math SectionElimination and Estimation TechniquesReading Questions Carefully
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Basic Concepts

Arithmetic Essentials

Understanding Numbers and Operations

Arithmetic is the foundation of all math! You’ll learn how to work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages. This includes addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division—plus how to handle negative numbers and order of operations.

Key Concepts

  • Whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
  • Converting between fractions, decimals, and percentages
  • Using the order of operations (\(PEMDAS\))
  • Positive and negative numbers

Why It Matters

Arithmetic is everywhere: from shopping and budgeting to cooking and sports. Being comfortable with numbers helps you make smarter choices every day.

Examples

  • Calculate 3/4 of 20 to find out how many slices of pizza you get if there are 20 slices and you eat three-fourths.

  • Convert 0.75 to a percentage so you know that scoring 0.75 on a quiz means you got 75%.

In a Nutshell

Master the basics of numbers and operations for everyday math success.

Key Terms

Order of Operations
The rules for which calculations come first in an expression (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication/Division, Addition/Subtraction).
Fraction
A way to show parts of a whole, written as one number over another.
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Algebraic Thinking