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🇬🇧 EST 2 Math — Domain Weightings (44 questions, 80 min)
Domain % of Test Key Topics
Advanced Algebra ~20% Logarithms, exponentials, polynomial & rational equations, systems
Functions ~20% Composite, inverse, logarithmic, transformations, piecewise
Sequences, Series & Complex Numbers ~10% AP/GP, sigma notation, complex arithmetic
Geometry — Lines, Triangles & Polygons ~10% Angle theorems, similarity, congruence, area
Trigonometry ~15% Unit circle, identities, graphs, law of sines/cosines
Circles & Coordinate Geometry ~10% Circle equations, tangents, conics, coordinate proofs
Solid Geometry & Similarity ~5% 3D surface area & volume, scale factors
Statistics & Probability ~10% Counting, combinatorics, probability, data analysis

The EST II Mathematics subject test is a rigorous examination for students in international and American-diploma programmes who wish to demonstrate advanced mathematical competency for university admissions. It covers algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and data analysis at a depth beyond the core EST I test.

What to expect

EST II Math is taken as a standalone subject test on the EST II examination day. It contains both multiple-choice and short constructed-response questions. The content aligns closely with pre-calculus and advanced secondary mathematics.

Level
Advanced secondary / pre-calculus
Topics
Algebra · Geometry · Trig · Stats
Format
MCQ + constructed response
Depth
Beyond EST I
⏱ EST II Math Level 1 Pacing & Calculator Strategy

  • Pacing Baseline: 50 questions in 60 minutes = 72 seconds per question. There is zero negative marking — never leave any question blank.
  • Three-Pass Execution: Pass 1 (Qs 1–25, ~20 min): bank routine algebra, basic trigonometry, and straight arithmetic. Pass 2 (Qs 26–45, ~25 min): solve conic equations, solid geometry, and multi-step probability. Pass 3 (Qs 46–50 & review, ~15 min): tackle non-routine proofs, vectors, and ensure all grid-in/bubble items are complete.
  • Calculator Mastery: An approved scientific or graphing calculator is permitted throughout. Use it to verify complex number computations, evaluate trigonometric functions in proper degree/radian modes, and solve quadratic systems.

▲ The 4 Core Commandments for Scoring 750+ on EST II Math
  • 1. Never Leave Unanswered Items: With no penalty for incorrect answers, eliminate obvious extremes and make an educated guess whenever stumped.
  • 2. Verify Calculator Angle Mode: Trig questions in EST II frequently switch between radian measure (e.g., 5π/65\pi/6) and degree measure (e.g., 150°150°). Confirm angle mode before performing numerical evaluations.
  • 3. Conic Identification by Inspection: Check the coefficients of x2x^2 and y2y^2: equal signs and equal coefficients indicate a circle; equal signs but different coefficients indicate an ellipse; opposite signs indicate a hyperbola.
  • 4. Memorize 3D Solid & Circle Relations: Sphere volume 43πr3\frac{4}{3}\pi r^3 and surface area 4πr24\pi r^2; cone volume 13πr2h\frac{1}{3}\pi r^2 h; inscribed circle angle =12central=\frac{1}{2}\text{central}; cyclic quadrilateral opposite angles sum to 180°180°.
Bar chart: EST II Math Domain Distribution (%) with categories: Adv. Algebra (20), Functions (20), Trig (15), Sequences & i (10), Geometry (10), Circles/Coord (10), Stats & Prob (10), Solids (5)05101520Adv. Algebra20Functions20Trig15Sequences & i10Geometry10Circles/Coord10Stats & Prob10Solids5Approximate Percentage (%)EST II Math Domain Distribution (%)
EST II Mathematics domain distribution. Advanced Algebra (20%) and Functions (20%) together form 40% of the exam, complemented by Trigonometry (15%), Sequences & Complex Numbers (10%), Geometry (10%), Circles & Coordinate Geometry (10%), Statistics (10%), and Solid Geometry (5%).
An EST II Mathematics examination consists of 50 questions with an allocated testing time of 60 minutes. If a student completes the first 30 questions in 33 minutes, what is the maximum average time, in seconds, the student can spend on each of the remaining 20 questions?

Step 1: Compute total available time in seconds: 60 min×60 s/min=3600 seconds. 60\text{ min} \times 60\text{ s/min} = 3600\text{ seconds}.

Step 2: Compute time spent on first 30 questions: 33 min×60 s/min=1980 seconds. 33\text{ min} \times 60\text{ s/min} = 1980\text{ seconds}.

Step 3: Calculate remaining time: 3600−1980=1620 seconds. 3600 - 1980 = 1620\text{ seconds}.

Step 4: Determine average time per remaining question: 1620 seconds20 questions=81 seconds per question. \frac{1620\text{ seconds}}{20\text{ questions}} = 81\text{ seconds per question}.

On the EST II Math exam, Advanced Algebra and Functions together account for 40% of the questions. In a 50-question test, if a student targets an accuracy rate of 90% in these two high-yield domains, how many questions from these domains can the student afford to miss at most?

Step 1: Find total questions from Advanced Algebra and Functions: 50×0.40=20 questions. 50 \times 0.40 = 20\text{ questions}.

Step 2: Calculate 90% accuracy target: 20×0.90=18 questions correct. 20 \times 0.90 = 18\text{ questions correct}.

Step 3: Find maximum allowed missed questions: 20−18=2 questions. 20 - 18 = 2\text{ questions}.

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Advanced Algebra

🇬🇧 Advanced Algebra ~20%  ·  Logarithms & exponentials  ·  Polynomial long division  ·  Rational equations  ·  Nonlinear systems

Beyond linear equations, the EST II tests rational expressions, absolute value equations, and advanced polynomial manipulation.

Rational expression
P(x)Q(x), Q≠0 \dfrac{P(x)}{Q(x)},\ Q\neq 0
Absolute value
∣x−a∣=b⇒x=a±b |x-a|=b \Rightarrow x=a\pm b
Remainder theorem
f(k)= f(k) = remainder of f÷(x−k) f\div(x-k)
Factor theorem
f(k)=0⇔(x−k)∣f(x) f(k)=0 \Leftrightarrow (x-k)\mid f(x)
Worked example 1.A

Simplify x2−9x2−x−6 \dfrac{x^2-9}{x^2-x-6} . (x−3)(x+3)(x−3)(x+2)=x+3x+2,x≠3. \frac{(x-3)(x+3)}{(x-3)(x+2)}=\frac{x+3}{x+2},\quad x\neq 3.

Systems and inequalities

Graphical solutions of systems of inequalities define a feasible region. To find vertices, solve pairs of boundary lines simultaneously. EST II questions may ask for the maximum or minimum of a linear expression over the feasible region — an introduction to linear programming.

● Advanced Algebra

Polynomial long division: divide p(x)p(x) by d(x)d(x) to get quotient q(x)q(x) and remainder r(x)r(x). Rational equations: multiply through by LCD, then solve, checking for extraneous solutions. Logarithmic equations: use log laws to combine terms, then convert to exponential form.

Worked example — Rational equation with extraneous solution

Solve xx−2+1x+2=8x2−4\dfrac{x}{x-2} + \dfrac{1}{x+2} = \dfrac{8}{x^2-4}.

LCD =(x−2)(x+2)= (x-2)(x+2). Multiply through: x(x+2)+(x−2)=8x(x+2)+(x-2) = 8.

x2+2x+x−2=8⇒x2+3x−10=0⇒(x+5)(x−2)=0x^2+2x+x-2 = 8 \Rightarrow x^2+3x-10 = 0 \Rightarrow (x+5)(x-2)=0.

x=2x=2 is extraneous (denominator = 0). Solution: x=−5x = -5.

Nonlinear System: Parabola y = x² - 4x + 3 and Line y = -2x + 6 — Coordinate plane with graph of y = x² - 4x + 3, y = -2x + 6-2-112342468xyy = x² − 4x + 3y = −2x + 6
Graphical representation of the nonlinear system y=x2−4x+3y = x^2 - 4x + 3 and y=−2x+6y = -2x + 6. The parabola and line intersect at (−1,8)(-1, 8) and (3,0)(3, 0).
▲ EST II Math Traps & Pitfalls — Rational Equations & Polynomial Theorems
  • Extraneous Solutions in Rational Equations: When multiplying across by the LCD, you may introduce solutions that make an original denominator zero. Always substitute candidate solutions back into the original denominators to verify they are non-zero.
  • Remainder Theorem Sign Inversion: When dividing P(x)P(x) by (x−c)(x - c), the remainder is P(c)P(c). But when dividing by (x+c)(x + c), the divisor is (x−(−c))(x - (-c)), so the remainder is P(−c)P(-c). Misplacing this minus sign is the #1 error on EST II polynomial questions.
  • Absolute Value Inequalities: ∣x−a∣≤b|x - a| \le b translates to the compound inequality −b≤x−a≤b-b \le x - a \le b (an intersection/interval). In contrast, ∣x−a∣≥b|x - a| \ge b translates to x−a≤−bx - a \le -b OR x−a≥bx - a \ge b (a union of disjoint rays).
  • Nonlinear Systems Intersection Count: When solving a system of a parabola y=ax2+bx+cy = ax^2 + bx + c and line y=mx+ky = mx + k, substitute to obtain a single quadratic. Check the discriminant Δ=B2−4AC\Delta = B^2 - 4AC: Δ>0\Delta > 0 gives 2 real solutions, Δ=0\Delta = 0 gives 1 tangent point, and Δ<0\Delta < 0 gives no real intersections.
Solve log⁡2(x+4)−log⁡2x=3\log_2(x+4) - \log_2 x = 3.
log⁡2x+4x=3⇒x+4x=8⇒x+4=8x⇒x=47\log_2\dfrac{x+4}{x} = 3 \Rightarrow \dfrac{x+4}{x} = 8 \Rightarrow x+4 = 8x \Rightarrow x = \dfrac{4}{7}.
Solve the nonlinear system of equations: {y=x2−4x+32x+y=6 \begin{cases} y = x^2 - 4x + 3 \\ 2x + y = 6 \end{cases} Find all points of intersection (x,y)(x, y).

Substitution: Express yy from the linear equation: y=6−2xy = 6 - 2x. Substitute into the quadratic: 6−2x=x2−4x+3  ⟹  x2−2x−3=0. 6 - 2x = x^2 - 4x + 3 \implies x^2 - 2x - 3 = 0.

Factoring: (x−3)(x+1)=0  ⟹  x1=3,x2=−1. (x - 3)(x + 1) = 0 \implies x_1 = 3,\quad x_2 = -1.

Find corresponding yy values:

  • For x=3x = 3: y=6−2(3)=0y = 6 - 2(3) = 0 → (3,0)(3, 0).
  • For x=−1x = -1: y=6−2(−1)=8y = 6 - 2(-1) = 8 → (−1,8)(-1, 8).

The two intersection points are (3,0)(3, 0) and (−1,8)(-1, 8).

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Functions: Composite, Inverse & Logarithmic

🇬🇧 Functions ~20%  ·  Composite & inverse  ·  Logarithmic functions  ·  Transformations  ·  Domain & range

EST II places heavy emphasis on function behaviour, including composite and inverse functions, domain and range analysis, and the properties of logarithms.

Composition
(f∘g)(x)=f(g(x)) (f\circ g)(x)=f(g(x))
Inverse
f(f−1(x))=x f(f^{-1}(x))=x
Log product
log⁡b(mn)=log⁡bm+log⁡bn \log_b(mn)=\log_b m+\log_b n
Change of base
log⁡ba=ln⁡aln⁡b \log_b a=\dfrac{\ln a}{\ln b}
Worked example 2.A — Inverse

Find f−1(x) f^{-1}(x) for f(x)=3x−2 f(x)=3x-2 . y=3x−2  ⟹  x=y+23  ⟹  f−1(x)=x+23. y=3x-2 \implies x=\frac{y+2}{3} \implies f^{-1}(x)=\frac{x+2}{3}.

Worked example 2.B — Logarithm

Solve log⁡2(x+3)=5 \log_2(x+3)=5 . x+3=25=32  ⟹  x=29. x+3=2^5=32 \implies x=29.

⊙ Explorer · A function and its inverseinteractive
f(x₀) = 2^x₀2.000
f⁻¹(f(x₀))1.000
Rational Function: f(x) = (3x + 2)/(x - 1) — Coordinate plane with graph of f(x) = (3x + 2)/(x - 1)-4-2246-55xyf(x) = (3x + 2)/(x − 1)
Rational function f(x)=3x+2x−1f(x) = \frac{3x+2}{x-1}. The vertical asymptote is at x=1x = 1 (where denominator is zero) and the horizontal asymptote is at y=3y = 3 (ratio of leading coefficients).
▲ EST II Math Traps & Pitfalls — Composite, Inverse & Logarithmic Functions
  • Domain of Composite Functions: For (f∘g)(x)=f(g(x))(f \circ g)(x) = f(g(x)), xx must reside in the domain of gg AND g(x)g(x) must fall within the domain of ff. Never simplify algebraically before checking initial domain constraints.
  • Inverse Functions and One-to-One: f−1(x)f^{-1}(x) exists only if ff passes the Horizontal Line Test. When swapping xx and yy, remember that the range of ff becomes the domain of f−1f^{-1}. For restricted domains like f(x)=x2,x≥0f(x) = x^2, x \ge 0, the inverse is f−1(x)=x,x≥0f^{-1}(x) = \sqrt{x}, x \ge 0.
  • Logarithm Laws vs. False Analogies: log⁡(a+b)≠log⁡a+log⁡b\log(a + b) \neq \log a + \log b. Only multiplication inside yields addition outside: log⁡(ab)=log⁡a+log⁡b\log(ab) = \log a + \log b. Similarly, log⁡alog⁡b≠log⁡(a−b)\frac{\log a}{\log b} \neq \log(a - b) — it is the change-of-base formula log⁡ba\log_b a.
  • Function Transformations Order: For y=af(b(x−c))+dy = a f(b(x - c)) + d, horizontal stretch/compression by 1/∣b∣1/|b| and shift by cc occur inside, while vertical stretch by aa and vertical shift by dd occur outside. f(x−c)f(x - c) shifts right by cc; f(x+c)f(x + c) shifts left.
Given f(x)=exf(x) = e^x and g(x)=ln⁡(x+1)g(x) = \ln(x+1), find the domain of g(f(x))g(f(x)) and simplify.
g(f(x))=ln⁡(ex+1)g(f(x)) = \ln(e^x+1). Since ex>0e^x > 0 for all xx, ex+1>1>0e^x+1 > 1 > 0. Domain: all reals. Cannot simplify further.
Let f(x)=2x+1x−3f(x) = \dfrac{2x + 1}{x - 3} for x≠3x \neq 3. (a) Determine the inverse function f−1(x)f^{-1}(x). (b) State the domain and range of f−1(x)f^{-1}(x).

(a) Find the inverse function: Set y=2x+1x−3y = \dfrac{2x + 1}{x - 3}. Swap xx and yy: x=2y+1y−3  ⟹  x(y−3)=2y+1  ⟹  xy−3x=2y+1. x = \dfrac{2y + 1}{y - 3} \implies x(y - 3) = 2y + 1 \implies xy - 3x = 2y + 1. Group yy terms: xy−2y=3x+1  ⟹  y(x−2)=3x+1  ⟹  f−1(x)=3x+1x−2. xy - 2y = 3x + 1 \implies y(x - 2) = 3x + 1 \implies f^{-1}(x) = \dfrac{3x + 1}{x - 2}.

(b) Domain and Range: The denominator of f−1(x)f^{-1}(x) cannot be zero, so the domain is (−∞,2)∪(2,∞)(-\infty, 2) \cup (2, \infty) or x≠2x \neq 2. The range of f−1f^{-1} equals the domain of ff, which is (−∞,3)∪(3,∞)(-\infty, 3) \cup (3, \infty) or y≠3y \neq 3.

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Sequences, Series & Complex Numbers

🇬🇧 Sequences, Series & Complex Numbers ~10%  ·  Arithmetic & geometric sequences  ·  Sigma notation  ·  Complex arithmetic

EST II tests arithmetic and geometric sequences, sigma notation, and arithmetic with complex numbers.

Arithmetic an a_n
a1+(n−1)d a_1+(n-1)d
Geometric an a_n
a1⋅rn−1 a_1\cdot r^{n-1}
Arithmetic sum
n2(a1+an) \dfrac{n}{2}(a_1+a_n)
Complex product
(a+bi)(c+di) (a+bi)(c+di) — FOIL, i2=−1i^2=-1
Worked example 3.A

Find the 10th term of the arithmetic sequence 3,7,11,… 3, 7, 11, \ldots a10=3+(10−1)⋅4=3+36=39. a_{10}=3+(10-1)\cdot 4=3+36=39.

Geometric series

The sum of a finite geometric series with first term a1 a_1 , ratio r r , and n n terms is Sn=a1(1−rn)1−r S_n=\dfrac{a_1(1-r^n)}{1-r} . For ∣r∣<1 |r|<1 , the infinite geometric series converges to S=a11−r S=\dfrac{a_1}{1-r} .

● Sequences, Series & Complex Numbers

Arithmetic series sum: Sn=n2(a1+an)S_n = \dfrac{n}{2}(a_1+a_n). Geometric series sum: Sn=a1(1−rn)1−rS_n = \dfrac{a_1(1-r^n)}{1-r}; sum to infinity (∣r∣<1|r|<1): S∞=a11−rS_\infty = \dfrac{a_1}{1-r}. Complex: (a+bi)+(c+di)=(a+c)+(b+d)i(a+bi)+(c+di)=(a+c)+(b+d)i; (a+bi)(c+di)=(ac−bd)+(ad+bc)i(a+bi)(c+di)=(ac-bd)+(ad+bc)i.

Worked example — Sum to infinity

Find the sum to infinity of 12+4+43+⋯12 + 4 + \dfrac{4}{3} + \cdots

r=1/3r = 1/3. S∞=121−1/3=122/3=18S_\infty = \dfrac{12}{1-1/3} = \dfrac{12}{2/3} = 18.

Number line from -2 to 2 with marked points with shaded range-2-1012-11
Convergence interval ∣r∣<1|r| < 1 for an infinite geometric series. The sum to infinity S∞=a11−rS_\infty = \frac{a_1}{1 - r} converges strictly inside (−1,1)(-1, 1) with open endpoints; the series diverges for ∣r∣≥1|r| \ge 1.
▲ EST II Math Traps & Pitfalls — Sequences, Series & Complex Numbers
  • Infinite Geometric Series Convergence: The sum formula S∞=a11−rS_\infty = \frac{a_1}{1 - r} is valid only when ∣r∣<1|r| < 1. If ∣r∣≥1|r| \ge 1, the series diverges and has no finite sum. If a question asks for the sum of 3−6+12−24+⋯3 - 6 + 12 - 24 + \cdots, the answer is "diverges", not 31−(−2)=1\frac{3}{1 - (-2)} = 1.
  • Powers of ii Modulo 4: The imaginary unit follows a 4-term repeating cycle: i1=ii^1 = i, i2=−1i^2 = -1, i3=−ii^3 = -i, and i4=1i^4 = 1. To evaluate ini^n, divide nn by 4 and take the remainder rr: in=iri^n = i^r (where remainder 0 corresponds to i0=1i^0 = 1). For negative powers: i−1=−ii^{-1} = -i.
  • Complex Division & Conjugate: Never divide terms individually. To evaluate a+bic+di\frac{a + bi}{c + di}, multiply numerator and denominator by the complex conjugate c−dic - di. The denominator becomes the real number c2+d2c^2 + d^2.
  • Sigma Indexing Traps: Watch the lower limit of summation! ∑k=1nc=nc\sum_{k=1}^n c = nc, but ∑k=0nc=(n+1)c\sum_{k=0}^n c = (n+1)c. In general, the number of terms is upper−lower+1\text{upper} - \text{lower} + 1.
The sum of the first nn terms of an arithmetic sequence is Sn=2n2+3nS_n = 2n^2 + 3n. Find the 10th term.
an=Sn−Sn−1=(2n2+3n)−(2(n−1)2+3(n−1))=4n+1a_n = S_n - S_{n-1} = (2n^2+3n) - (2(n-1)^2+3(n-1)) = 4n+1. So a10=41a_{10} = 41.
Let z=5+2i2−3i+i43z = \dfrac{5 + 2i}{2 - 3i} + i^{43}. (a) Express zz in standard form a+bia + bi. (b) Compute the modulus ∣z∣|z|.

(a) Simplify the quotient and power of ii:

  • First evaluate 5+2i2−3i\dfrac{5+2i}{2-3i}: multiply numerator and denominator by the conjugate 2+3i2+3i: (5+2i)(2+3i)(2−3i)(2+3i)=10+15i+4i+6i24−9i2=10−6+19i4+9=4+19i13. \dfrac{(5+2i)(2+3i)}{(2-3i)(2+3i)} = \dfrac{10 + 15i + 4i + 6i^2}{4 - 9i^2} = \dfrac{10 - 6 + 19i}{4 + 9} = \dfrac{4 + 19i}{13}.
  • Now evaluate i43i^{43}: 43=4(10)+343 = 4(10) + 3, remainder 3, so i43=i3=−i=−13i13i^{43} = i^3 = -i = -\dfrac{13i}{13}.
  • Combine terms: z=4+19i13−i=4+19i−13i13=4+6i13=413+613i. z = \dfrac{4 + 19i}{13} - i = \dfrac{4 + 19i - 13i}{13} = \dfrac{4 + 6i}{13} = \dfrac{4}{13} + \dfrac{6}{13}i.

(b) Modulus ∣z∣|z|: ∣z∣=(413)2+(613)2=16+36169=52169=5213=21313. |z| = \sqrt{\left(\frac{4}{13}\right)^2 + \left(\frac{6}{13}\right)^2} = \sqrt{\frac{16 + 36}{169}} = \sqrt{\frac{52}{169}} = \dfrac{\sqrt{52}}{13} = \dfrac{2\sqrt{13}}{13}.

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Lines, Triangles & Polygons

🇬🇧 Lines, Triangles & Polygons ~10%  ·  Angle theorems  ·  Triangle congruence/similarity  ·  Area of polygons

Advanced geometry on the EST II includes angle theorems, triangle congruence and similarity, and properties of quadrilaterals and regular polygons.

Triangle angle sum
180∘ 180^\circ
Polygon angle sum
(n−2)×180∘ (n-2)\times 180^\circ
Area of triangle
12bh \tfrac{1}{2}bh
Law of cosines
c2=a2+b2−2abcos⁡C c^2=a^2+b^2-2ab\cos C
Worked example 4.A

In triangle ABC ABC , a=7 a=7 , b=10 b=10 , C=60∘ C=60^\circ . Find c c . c2=49+100−2(7)(10)cos⁡60∘=149−70=79,c=79. c^2=49+100-2(7)(10)\cos 60^\circ=149-70=79,\quad c=\sqrt{79}.

● Lines, Triangles & Polygons

Parallel lines cut by a transversal: alternate interior angles are equal; co-interior (same-side) angles are supplementary. Triangle congruence: SSS, SAS, ASA, AAS, RHS. Similarity: AA, SAS, SSS — corresponding sides proportional. Exterior angle = sum of two non-adjacent interior angles.

Worked example — Exterior angle theorem

In triangle ABCABC, ∠A=48°\angle A = 48° and ∠B=63°\angle B = 63°. Find the exterior angle at CC.

Exterior angle =∠A+∠B=48°+63°=111°= \angle A + \angle B = 48° + 63° = 111°.

Oblique Triangle for Law of Cosines & Sines — Triangle ABCABC
Oblique triangle ABCABC with base c=AB=8c = AB = 8. The Law of Cosines c2=a2+b2−2abcos⁡Cc^2 = a^2 + b^2 - 2ab\cos C connects the three sides and any included angle.
▲ EST II Math Traps & Pitfalls — Triangles, Polygons & Area
  • Linear vs. Area vs. Volume Scale Factors: If two similar polygons have a linear scale factor of kk, their perimeters scale by kk, but their areas scale by k2k^2. On EST II, questions often provide the ratio of areas (e.g. 9:169:16) and ask for perimeter — take the square root (3:43:4) first!
  • Regular Polygon Angle Inversions: Interior angle is (n−2)180°n\frac{(n-2)180°}{n}, while exterior angle is 360°n\frac{360°}{n}. Notice that interior+exterior=180°\text{interior} + \text{exterior} = 180°. It is almost always faster to compute the exterior angle first and subtract from 180°180°.
  • Triangle Inequality Theorem: For any valid triangle with sides a,b,ca, b, c, the sum of any two sides must be strictly greater than the third: a+b>ca + b > c, a+c>ba + c > b, b+c>ab + c > a. This implies ∣a−b∣<c<a+b|a - b| < c < a + b.
  • Heron's Formula vs. Trigonometric Area: If all 3 sides are known, use Heron's formula: A=s(s−a)(s−b)(s−c)A = \sqrt{s(s-a)(s-b)(s-c)} where semi-perimeter s=a+b+c2s = \frac{a+b+c}{2}. If two sides and included angle are known, use 12absin⁡C\frac{1}{2}ab\sin C.
Two sides of a triangle are 7 cm and 10 cm with an included angle of 90°. Find the hypotenuse and all angles.
c=49+100=149≈12.2c = \sqrt{49+100} = \sqrt{149} \approx 12.2 cm. tan⁡A=7/10⇒A≈35.0°\tan A = 7/10 \Rightarrow A \approx 35.0°. B≈55.0°B \approx 55.0°.
A regular hexagon has side length s=6s = 6 cm. (a) Calculate the exact area of the hexagon. (b) Find the length of the long diagonal connecting two opposite vertices.

(a) Exact area: A regular hexagon is composed of 6 congruent equilateral triangles of side length s=6s = 6. The area of one equilateral triangle is 34s2=34(36)=93\dfrac{\sqrt{3}}{4}s^2 = \dfrac{\sqrt{3}}{4}(36) = 9\sqrt{3}. Total area is: A=6×93=543 cm2≈93.53 cm2. A = 6 \times 9\sqrt{3} = 54\sqrt{3}\text{ cm}^2 \approx 93.53\text{ cm}^2.

(b) Long diagonal: The long diagonal passes through the center of the circumscribed circle and equals twice the side length: d=2s=2(6)=12 cmd = 2s = 2(6) = 12\text{ cm}.

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Trigonometry

🇬🇧 Trigonometry ~15%  ·  Unit circle & radians  ·  Trig identities  ·  Law of sines/cosines  ·  Graphs

EST II trigonometry goes beyond right-triangle ratios to include the unit circle, radian measure, graphing, and trigonometric identities.

Pythagorean identity
sin⁡2θ+cos⁡2θ=1 \sin^2\theta+\cos^2\theta=1
Double angle sin
sin⁡2θ=2sin⁡θcos⁡θ \sin 2\theta=2\sin\theta\cos\theta
Period of sin/cos
2π 2\pi
Radian–degree
180∘=π 180^\circ=\pi
Worked example 5.A

Simplify sin⁡2θ1−cos⁡θ \dfrac{\sin^2\theta}{1-\cos\theta} . 1−cos⁡2θ1−cos⁡θ=(1−cos⁡θ)(1+cos⁡θ)1−cos⁡θ=1+cos⁡θ. \frac{1-\cos^2\theta}{1-\cos\theta}=\frac{(1-\cos\theta)(1+\cos\theta)}{1-\cos\theta}=1+\cos\theta.

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cos θ0.707
sin θ0.707
tan θ1.000

EST II works in radians: a full turn is 2π≈6.282\pi\approx6.28, not 360°360°. P=(cos⁡θ,sin⁡θ)P=(\cos\theta,\sin\theta) as above.

Graphs of trigonometric functions

The function y=Asin⁡(Bx+C)+D y=A\sin(Bx+C)+D has amplitude ∣A∣ |A| , period 2πB \dfrac{2\pi}{B} , phase shift −C/B -C/B , and vertical shift D D . Knowing how to read these parameters from a graph or equation is a core EST II skill.

● Advanced Trigonometry

Unit circle: (cos⁡θ,sin⁡θ)(\cos\theta, \sin\theta). Key identities: tan⁡θ=sin⁡θ/cos⁡θ\tan\theta = \sin\theta/\cos\theta; sec⁡θ=1/cos⁡θ\sec\theta = 1/\cos\theta. Double angle: sin⁡2θ=2sin⁡θcos⁡θ\sin 2\theta = 2\sin\theta\cos\theta; cos⁡2θ=1−2sin⁡2θ\cos 2\theta = 1-2\sin^2\theta. Law of cosines: c2=a2+b2−2abcos⁡Cc^2 = a^2+b^2-2ab\cos C. Area: 12absin⁡C\tfrac{1}{2}ab\sin C.

Worked example — Non-right triangle (Law of Sines)

In triangle ABCABC: a=8a=8, B=35°B=35°, C=75°C=75°. Find side bb.

A=180°−35°−75°=70°A = 180°-35°-75° = 70°. By sine rule: bsin⁡B=asin⁡A⇒b=8sin⁡35°sin⁡70°≈4.5890.9397≈4.88\dfrac{b}{\sin B} = \dfrac{a}{\sin A} \Rightarrow b = \dfrac{8\sin 35°}{\sin 70°} \approx \dfrac{4.589}{0.9397} \approx 4.88.

Sinusoidal graph with amplitude 2, period 3.14, midline y = 1: Trigonometric Wave: y = 2sin(2x) + 1Trigonometric Wave: y = 2sin(2x) + 1y=1A=2Period = 3.14
Sinusoidal wave y=2sin⁡(2x)+1y = 2\sin(2x) + 1 with amplitude A=2A = 2, period T=2πB=π≈3.14T = \frac{2\pi}{B} = \pi \approx 3.14, and midline y=1y = 1.
▲ EST II Math Traps & Pitfalls — Trigonometry & Angle Measures
  • Radian vs. Degree Calculator Mode: EST II problems frequently present angles in radians (e.g., 5π/65\pi/6) alongside degree options or vice versa. Always check your calculator's active mode before computing numerical values.
  • Double-Angle Identity Selection: cos⁡(2θ)\cos(2\theta) has three identities: cos⁡2θ−sin⁡2θ\cos^2\theta - \sin^2\theta, 2cos⁡2θ−12\cos^2\theta - 1, and 1−2sin⁡2θ1 - 2\sin^2\theta. In equations containing sin⁡θ\sin\theta, choose 1−2sin⁡2θ1 - 2\sin^2\theta to produce a single-variable quadratic in sine; in equations containing cos⁡θ\cos\theta, choose 2cos⁡2θ−12\cos^2\theta - 1.
  • Quadrant Signs (ASTC Rule): Remember: All positive in Q I; Sine positive in Q II; Tangent positive in Q III; Cosine positive in Q IV. For sin⁡θ=−1/2\sin\theta = -1/2, the solutions lie strictly in Quadrants III and IV.
  • Range of Inverse Trigonometric Functions: Standard principal value ranges: arcsin⁡x∈[−π/2,π/2]\arcsin x \in [-\pi/2, \pi/2], arccos⁡x∈[0,π]\arccos x \in [0, \pi], and arctan⁡x∈(−π/2,π/2)\arctan x \in (-\pi/2, \pi/2). Calculator evaluations will return only the principal value.
Find all solutions of cos⁡2θ=cos⁡θ\cos 2\theta = \cos\theta for 0°≤θ≤360°0° \leq \theta \leq 360°.
2cos⁡2θ−1=cos⁡θ⇒2cos⁡2θ−cos⁡θ−1=0⇒(2cos⁡θ+1)(cos⁡θ−1)=02\cos^2\theta-1 = \cos\theta \Rightarrow 2\cos^2\theta-\cos\theta-1=0 \Rightarrow (2\cos\theta+1)(\cos\theta-1)=0. cos⁡θ=1⇒θ=0°\cos\theta=1 \Rightarrow \theta=0°; cos⁡θ=−1/2⇒θ=120°,240°\cos\theta=-1/2 \Rightarrow \theta=120°, 240°.
Solve the trigonometric equation 2cos⁡2θ+3sin⁡θ−3=02\cos^2\theta + 3\sin\theta - 3 = 0 for all solutions in the interval 0≤θ<2π0 \le \theta < 2\pi.

Use Pythagorean identity: Substitute cos⁡2θ=1−sin⁡2θ\cos^2\theta = 1 - \sin^2\theta: 2(1−sin⁡2θ)+3sin⁡θ−3=0  ⟹  2−2sin⁡2θ+3sin⁡θ−3=0. 2(1 - \sin^2\theta) + 3\sin\theta - 3 = 0 \implies 2 - 2\sin^2\theta + 3\sin\theta - 3 = 0. Multiply by −1-1: 2sin⁡2θ−3sin⁡θ+1=0  ⟹  (2sin⁡θ−1)(sin⁡θ−1)=0. 2\sin^2\theta - 3\sin\theta + 1 = 0 \implies (2\sin\theta - 1)(\sin\theta - 1) = 0.

Case 1: 2sin⁡θ−1=0  ⟹  sin⁡θ=122\sin\theta - 1 = 0 \implies \sin\theta = \dfrac{1}{2}. In [0,2π)[0, 2\pi), sine is positive in Quadrants I and II with reference angle π/6\pi/6: θ=π6,θ=π−π6=5π6. \theta = \dfrac{\pi}{6},\quad \theta = \pi - \dfrac{\pi}{6} = \dfrac{5\pi}{6}.

Case 2: sin⁡θ−1=0  ⟹  sin⁡θ=1\sin\theta - 1 = 0 \implies \sin\theta = 1. In [0,2π)[0, 2\pi): θ=π2. \theta = \dfrac{\pi}{2}.

The complete solution set is {π6, π2, 5π6}\left\{ \dfrac{\pi}{6},\, \dfrac{\pi}{2},\, \dfrac{5\pi}{6} \right\}.

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Circles & Coordinate Geometry

🇬🇧 Circles & Coordinate Geometry ~10%  ·  Circle equation & properties  ·  Tangent lines  ·  Coordinate proofs

Circle theorems and coordinate geometry of conic sections are significant topics on the EST II Mathematics subject test.

Circle equation
(x−h)2+(y−k)2=r2 (x-h)^2+(y-k)^2=r^2
Arc length
rθ r\theta (θ in radians)
Sector area
12r2θ \tfrac{1}{2}r^2\theta
Inscribed angle
=12×central angle =\tfrac{1}{2}\times \text{central angle}
Worked example 6.A

Write the equation of a circle with centre (3,−2) (3,-2) and radius 5. (x−3)2+(y+2)2=25. (x-3)^2+(y+2)^2=25.

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equation(x-3)² + (y+2)² = 25

Ellipses and hyperbolas

An ellipse: (x−h)2a2+(y−k)2b2=1 \dfrac{(x-h)^2}{a^2}+\dfrac{(y-k)^2}{b^2}=1 . A hyperbola: (x−h)2a2−(y−k)2b2=1 \dfrac{(x-h)^2}{a^2}-\dfrac{(y-k)^2}{b^2}=1 . EST II may ask you to identify the type of conic from a standard-form equation and state key features like vertices, foci, or asymptotes.

● Circles & Coordinate Geometry

Circle equation: (x−h)2+(y−k)2=r2(x-h)^2+(y-k)^2=r^2. A tangent to a circle at point PP is perpendicular to the radius at PP. Circle theorems: angle at centre = twice angle at circumference; angles in same segment are equal; tangent-radius angle = 90°. Chord perpendicular bisector passes through the centre.

Worked example — Tangent from external point

A circle has centre O(3,2)O(3,2) and radius 5. Point P(10,2)P(10,2) lies outside the circle. Find the length of the tangent from PP to the circle.

OP=(10−3)2+(2−2)2=7OP = \sqrt{(10-3)^2+(2-2)^2} = 7. Tangent length =OP2−r2=49−25=24=26= \sqrt{OP^2 - r^2} = \sqrt{49-25} = \sqrt{24} = 2\sqrt{6}.

Conic Section: Ellipse (x - 1)²/16 + (y + 2)²/9 = 1 — Coordinate plane with graph of upper half, lower half-4-2246-6-4-22xyupper halflower half
Ellipse centered at (1,−2)(1, -2) with horizontal major axis length 2a=82a = 8 and vertical minor axis length 2b=62b = 6. The foci lie at (1±7,−2)(1 \pm \sqrt{7}, -2).
▲ EST II Math Traps & Pitfalls — Circles & Conic Sections
  • Completing the Square for Circles: When converting general form x2+y2+Dx+Ey+F=0x^2 + y^2 + Dx + Ey + F = 0 to standard form (x−h)2+(y−k)2=r2(x - h)^2 + (y - k)^2 = r^2, remember to add (D/2)2(D/2)^2 and (E/2)2(E/2)^2 to both sides of the equation. Forgetting to add them to the right-hand side produces an incorrect radius.
  • Tangent Perpendicularity: A line tangent to a circle at point P(x1,y1)P(x_1, y_1) is always perpendicular to the radius OPOP. If the radius has slope mm, the tangent line has slope −1/m-1/m.
  • Conic Identification from General Quadratic: In Ax2+Cy2+Dx+Ey+F=0Ax^2 + Cy^2 + Dx + Ey + F = 0: if A=CA = C, it is a circle; if A≠CA \neq C but both have the same sign (AC>0AC > 0), it is an ellipse; if AA and CC have opposite signs (AC<0AC < 0), it is a hyperbola; if either A=0A = 0 or C=0C = 0 (but not both), it is a parabola.
  • Focal Distance Formulas: For an ellipse, c2=a2−b2c^2 = a^2 - b^2 (foci are inside the ellipse, so c<ac < a). For a hyperbola, c2=a2+b2c^2 = a^2 + b^2 (foci are outside the vertices, so c>ac > a). Do not confuse these two relations!
Find the equation of the circle that passes through (0,0)(0,0), (6,0)(6,0) and (0,8)(0,8).
Let (x−h)2+(y−k)2=r2(x-h)^2+(y-k)^2=r^2. Using (0,0)(0,0): h2+k2=r2h^2+k^2=r^2. Using (6,0)(6,0): (6−h)2+k2=r2(6-h)^2+k^2=r^2 gives h=3h=3. Using (0,8)(0,8): h2+(8−k)2=r2h^2+(8-k)^2=r^2 gives k=4k=4. So r2=25r^2=25. Equation: (x−3)2+(y−4)2=25(x-3)^2+(y-4)^2=25.
Find the equation of the tangent line to the circle x2+y2=25x^2 + y^2 = 25 at the point P(3,4)P(3, 4).

Radius slope: The center is the origin O(0,0)O(0, 0). The slope of the radius connecting (0,0)(0, 0) and (3,4)(3, 4) is mradius=4−03−0=43. m_{\text{radius}} = \dfrac{4 - 0}{3 - 0} = \dfrac{4}{3}.

Tangent line slope: Since the tangent is perpendicular to the radius, its slope is the negative reciprocal: mtangent=−34. m_{\text{tangent}} = -\dfrac{3}{4}.

Point-slope equation: Using point P(3,4)P(3, 4): y−4=−34(x−3)  ⟹  4(y−4)=−3(x−3)  ⟹  4y−16=−3x+9  ⟹  3x+4y=25. y - 4 = -\dfrac{3}{4}(x - 3) \implies 4(y - 4) = -3(x - 3) \implies 4y - 16 = -3x + 9 \implies 3x + 4y = 25.

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Solid Geometry & Similarity

🇬🇧 Solid Geometry & Similarity ~5%  ·  Surface area & volume of 3D solids  ·  Scale factors for area/volume

Three-dimensional geometry and similarity ratios appear at the end of the EST II test, often combined with algebraic reasoning.

Sphere volume
43πr3 \tfrac{4}{3}\pi r^3
Cone volume
13πr2h \tfrac{1}{3}\pi r^2 h
Cylinder volume
πr2h \pi r^2 h
Similarity ratio
lengths k k : areas k2 k^2 : volumes k3 k^3
Worked example 7.A

Two similar spheres have radii 3 and 6. Find the ratio of their volumes. Ratio of radii=1:2,Volume ratio=13:23=1:8. \text{Ratio of radii}=1:2,\quad\text{Volume ratio}=1^3:2^3=1:8.

● Solid Geometry & Similarity

Sphere: SA =4πr2=4\pi r^2, V =43πr3=\tfrac{4}{3}\pi r^3. Cylinder: SA =2πr2+2πrh=2\pi r^2+2\pi rh, V =πr2h=\pi r^2 h. Cone: SA =πr2+πrl=\pi r^2+\pi rl, V =13πr2h=\tfrac{1}{3}\pi r^2 h. For similar solids with scale factor kk: area scales as k2k^2, volume scales as k3k^3.

Worked example — Volume of composite solid

A solid consists of a cylinder (radius 4 cm, height 6 cm) with a hemisphere on top. Find the total volume.

Cylinder: π(16)(6)=96π\pi(16)(6) = 96\pi. Hemisphere: 12⋅43π(64)=128π3\tfrac{1}{2}\cdot\tfrac{4}{3}\pi(64) = \tfrac{128\pi}{3}.

Total =96π+128π3=288π+128π3=416π3≈435.6= 96\pi + \tfrac{128\pi}{3} = \dfrac{288\pi+128\pi}{3} = \dfrac{416\pi}{3} \approx 435.6 cm3^3.

Three-dimensional cylinder with radius 4 and height 10410
Right circular cylinder of radius r=4r = 4 and height h=10h = 10. Volume V=πr2h=160πV = \pi r^2 h = 160\pi, lateral area L=2πrh=80πL = 2\pi rh = 80\pi, total surface area A=2πr2+2πrh=112πA = 2\pi r^2 + 2\pi rh = 112\pi.
▲ EST II Math Traps & Pitfalls — 3D Solids & Similarity Ratios
  • Similar Solids Power Laws: When two solids are similar with linear scale factor k=L1/L2k = L_1/L_2: corresponding surface areas scale as k2k^2, and volumes scale as k3k^3. If a question states that volume increases by a factor of 8, the linear dimensions double (83=2\sqrt[3]{8} = 2), and the surface area quadruples (22=42^2 = 4).
  • Cone Slant Height vs. Vertical Height: The volume formula V=13πr2hV = \frac{1}{3}\pi r^2 h requires the vertical altitude hh, NOT the slant height ll. Use the Pythagorean theorem r2+h2=l2r^2 + h^2 = l^2 to solve for hh before calculating volume.
  • Total Surface Area vs. Lateral Surface Area: Questions often ask for "lateral surface area" (excluding the circular base(s)) or "open cylinder" (one base). Always read carefully whether one, two, or zero circular bases are included.
  • Composite Solids Volume vs. Surface Area: While volumes of combined parts add directly (Vtotal=V1+V2V_{\text{total}} = V_1 + V_2), surface areas do NOT add directly because the joining interface/contact face is interior and must be subtracted from both solids.
Two similar cones have surface areas in the ratio 4:94:9. If the smaller cone has volume 16π16\pi cm3^3, find the volume of the larger.
Area ratio =k2=4/9= k^2 = 4/9, so k=2/3k = 2/3. Volume ratio =k3=8/27= k^3 = 8/27. Larger volume =16π×27/8=54π= 16\pi \times 27/8 = 54\pi cm3^3.
A right circular cone has base radius r=6r = 6 cm and slant height l=10l = 10 cm. (a) Determine the vertical height hh and volume VV of the cone in terms of π\pi. (b) Calculate the total surface area of the cone.

(a) Height and Volume: The radius, vertical height, and slant height form a right triangle: h=l2−r2=102−62=100−36=64=8 cm. h = \sqrt{l^2 - r^2} = \sqrt{10^2 - 6^2} = \sqrt{100 - 36} = \sqrt{64} = 8\text{ cm}. The volume is: V=13πr2h=13π(36)(8)=96π cm3. V = \dfrac{1}{3}\pi r^2 h = \dfrac{1}{3}\pi (36)(8) = 96\pi\text{ cm}^3.

(b) Total Surface Area: Sum of base area and lateral area: A=πr2+πrl=π(62)+π(6)(10)=36π+60π=96π cm2. A = \pi r^2 + \pi r l = \pi(6^2) + \pi(6)(10) = 36\pi + 60\pi = 96\pi\text{ cm}^2.

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Statistics & Probability

🇬🇧 Statistics & Probability ~10%  ·  Permutations & combinations  ·  Probability rules  ·  Data distributions

Data analysis and probability on the EST II go beyond basic means and medians to include distributions, graphical representations, and counting methods.

Permutations
nPr=n!(n−r)! _nP_r=\dfrac{n!}{(n-r)!}
Combinations
(nr)=n!r!(n−r)! \binom{n}{r}=\dfrac{n!}{r!(n-r)!}
Conditional probability
P(A∣B)=P(A∩B)P(B) P(A|B)=\dfrac{P(A\cap B)}{P(B)}
Standard deviation
measures spread from mean
Worked example 8.A

In how many ways can 3 students be chosen from a group of 8? (83)=8!3!⋅5!=8×7×66=56. \binom{8}{3}=\frac{8!}{3!\cdot 5!}=\frac{8\times7\times6}{6}=56.

● Statistics, Counting & Probability

Permutations (order matters): nPr=n!(n−r)!^nP_r = \dfrac{n!}{(n-r)!}. Combinations (order irrelevant): nCr=n!r!(n−r)!^nC_r = \dfrac{n!}{r!(n-r)!}. Conditional probability: P(A∣B)=P(A∩B)P(B)P(A|B) = \dfrac{P(A \cap B)}{P(B)}. Independent events: P(A∩B)=P(A)⋅P(B)P(A \cap B) = P(A) \cdot P(B). Normal distribution: ~68% within 1σ1\sigma, ~95% within 2σ2\sigma.

Worked example — Combinations with restrictions

From 4 boys and 5 girls, choose a team of 4 with at least 2 girls. How many ways?

Exactly 2G: (52)(42)=10×6=60\binom{5}{2}\binom{4}{2}=10 \times 6=60. Exactly 3G: (53)(41)=10×4=40\binom{5}{3}\binom{4}{1}=10 \times 4=40. Exactly 4G: (54)(40)=5\binom{5}{4}\binom{4}{0}=5. Total: 105105.

Normal distribution bell curve (mean 100, sd 15): Standard Normal Distribution: Empirical Rule 68–95–99.7% showing shaded probability regionStandard Normal Distribution: Empirical Rule 68–95–99.7%557085100115130145
Normal distribution with mean μ=100\mu = 100 and standard deviation σ=15\sigma = 15. Approximately 68.2% of data falls within [85,115][85, 115] (shaded), 95.4% within [70,130][70, 130], and 99.7% within [55,145][55, 145].
▲ EST II Math Traps & Pitfalls — Statistics & Counting Methods
  • Permutation vs. Combination: If order or role assignment matters (e.g. President/VP/Treasurer, race positions, arrangements in a line), use permutations nPr=n!(n−r)!_nP_r = \frac{n!}{(n-r)!}. If selection order does not distinguish groups (e.g. committees, hand of cards, team rosters), use combinations (nr)=n!r!(n−r)!\binom{n}{r} = \frac{n!}{r!(n-r)!}.
  • Mutually Exclusive vs. Independent Events: Two events cannot be both mutually exclusive and independent (unless one has probability 0)! Mutually exclusive means P(A∩B)=0P(A \cap B) = 0, so P(A∪B)=P(A)+P(B)P(A \cup B) = P(A) + P(B). Independent means P(A∩B)=P(A)⋅P(B)P(A \cap B) = P(A) \cdot P(B).
  • Conditional Probability Denominator: In P(A∣B)=P(A∩B)P(B)P(A|B) = \frac{P(A \cap B)}{P(B)}, the conditioning event BB becomes the new, restricted sample space in the denominator. Never divide by P(A)P(A) when conditioning on BB.
  • Standard Deviation vs. Variance: Variance is σ2\sigma^2 (squared units), while standard deviation is σ=variance\sigma = \sqrt{\text{variance}} (original units). Standard deviation measures dispersion: adding a constant to all data values leaves σ\sigma unchanged, while multiplying by cc multiplies σ\sigma by ∣c∣|c|.
Events AA and BB are such that P(A)=0.6P(A)=0.6, P(B)=0.5P(B)=0.5, P(A∣B)=0.4P(A|B)=0.4. Find P(A∪B)P(A \cup B).
P(A∩B)=P(A∣B)⋅P(B)=0.4×0.5=0.2P(A \cap B) = P(A|B)\cdot P(B) = 0.4 \times 0.5 = 0.2. P(A∪B)=0.6+0.5−0.2=0.9P(A \cup B) = 0.6+0.5-0.2 = 0.9.
A committee of 5 is to be formed from 6 men and 8 women. (a) In how many ways can the committee be formed if it must contain exactly 3 women? (b) What is the probability that the committee contains at least 4 women?

(a) Exactly 3 women: We must choose 3 women from 8 and 2 men from 6: (83)×(62)=56×15=840 ways. \binom{8}{3} \times \binom{6}{2} = 56 \times 15 = 840\text{ ways}.

(b) Probability of at least 4 women:

  • Total ways to form any 5-member committee from 14 people: (145)=14×13×12×11×105×4×3×2×1=2002. \binom{14}{5} = \dfrac{14 \times 13 \times 12 \times 11 \times 10}{5 \times 4 \times 3 \times 2 \times 1} = 2002.
  • Exactly 4 women (4W, 1M): (84)(61)=70×6=420\binom{8}{4}\binom{6}{1} = 70 \times 6 = 420.
  • Exactly 5 women (5W, 0M): (85)(60)=56×1=56\binom{8}{5}\binom{6}{0} = 56 \times 1 = 56.
  • Favorable outcomes: 420+56=476420 + 56 = 476.
  • Probability: P(at least 4 women)=4762002=34143≈0.2377 (23.8%). P(\text{at least 4 women}) = \dfrac{476}{2002} = \dfrac{34}{143} \approx 0.2377\, (23.8\%).
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Practice set

Fifty EST II Mathematics problems spanning advanced algebra, functions, sequences, trigonometry, geometry, circles, solids, and statistics — graded by difficulty.

1

Factor completely: x3−4x x^3 - 4x .

Intermediate
x(x2−4)=x(x−2)(x+2). x(x^2-4)=x(x-2)(x+2).
2

Simplify x2−9x2−x−6 \dfrac{x^2-9}{x^2-x-6} .

Intermediate
(x−3)(x+3)(x−3)(x+2)=x+3x+2,x≠3. \dfrac{(x-3)(x+3)}{(x-3)(x+2)}=\dfrac{x+3}{x+2},\quad x\neq 3.
3

When f(x)=x3−2x2+x−5 f(x)=x^3-2x^2+x-5 is divided by (x−2) (x-2) , find the remainder.

Intermediate
f(2)=8−8+2−5=−3. f(2)=8-8+2-5=-3.
4

Solve ∣3x−1∣=8 |3x-1|=8 .

Intermediate
3x−1=8⇒x=3;3x−1=−8⇒x=−73. 3x-1=8\Rightarrow x=3;\quad 3x-1=-8\Rightarrow x=-\tfrac{7}{3}.
5

Is (x−1) (x-1) a factor of x3−3x+2 x^3 - 3x + 2 ?

Advanced

f(1)=1−3+2=0 f(1)=1-3+2=0 , so yes.

Yes — (x−1) is a factor. \text{Yes — }(x-1)\text{ is a factor.}
6

Solve 2x2−3x−5=0 2x^2 - 3x - 5 = 0 .

Intermediate
(2x−5)(x+1)=0⇒x=52 or x=−1. (2x-5)(x+1)=0 \Rightarrow x=\tfrac{5}{2}\text{ or }x=-1.
7

Solve the system x2+y=5 x^2+y=5 , x+y=3 x+y=3 .

Advanced

y=3−x y=3-x . Substitute: x2+3−x=5⇒x2−x−2=0⇒x=2 or x=−1 x^2+3-x=5\Rightarrow x^2-x-2=0\Rightarrow x=2\text{ or }x=-1 .

(2,1) and (−1,4). (2,1)\text{ and }(-1,4).
8

Solve 2xx−1=3 \dfrac{2x}{x-1}=3 .

Advanced
2x=3(x−1)=3x−3⇒x=3. 2x=3(x-1)=3x-3 \Rightarrow x=3.
9

Solve 2x+3=5 \sqrt{2x+3}=5 .

Intermediate
2x+3=25⇒x=11. 2x+3=25 \Rightarrow x=11.
10

Find the range of f(x)=x2+3 f(x)=x^2+3 .

Intermediate
[3,∞). [3,\infty).
11

Let f(x)=2x−1 f(x)=2x-1 and g(x)=x+3 g(x)=x+3 . Find (f∘g)(x) (f\circ g)(x) .

Intermediate
f(g(x))=2(x+3)−1=2x+5. f(g(x))=2(x+3)-1=2x+5.
12

Find f−1(x) f^{-1}(x) for f(x)=x+23 f(x)=\dfrac{x+2}{3} .

Intermediate
y=x+23⇒x=3y−2⇒f−1(x)=3x−2. y=\dfrac{x+2}{3}\Rightarrow x=3y-2 \Rightarrow f^{-1}(x)=3x-2.
13

Solve log⁡2(x−1)=3 \log_2(x-1)=3 .

Intermediate
x−1=23=8⇒x=9. x-1=2^3=8 \Rightarrow x=9.
14

Simplify log⁡5125−log⁡525 \log_5 125 - \log_5 25 .

Intermediate
log⁡5 ⁣12525=log⁡55=1. \log_5\!\dfrac{125}{25}=\log_5 5=1.
15

Solve ex=10 e^x = 10 . Give exact form.

Advanced
x=ln⁡10. x=\ln 10.
16

Find the 15th term of the arithmetic sequence 4, 7, 10,… 4,\,7,\,10,\ldots

Intermediate
a15=4+(14)(3)=46. a_{15}=4+(14)(3)=46.
17

Find the sum of the first 20 terms of 2+5+8+⋯ 2+5+8+\cdots

Intermediate

a20=2+19×3=59 a_{20}=2+19\times3=59 .

S20=202(2+59)=610. S_{20}=\dfrac{20}{2}(2+59)=610.
18

Find the 6th term of the geometric sequence 3, 6, 12,… 3,\,6,\,12,\ldots

Intermediate
a6=3⋅25=96. a_6=3\cdot2^5=96.
19

Find the sum to infinity of 8+4+2+⋯ 8 + 4 + 2 + \cdots

Advanced
S∞=81−12=16. S_\infty=\dfrac{8}{1-\tfrac{1}{2}}=16.
20

An arithmetic sequence has a1=5 a_1=5 and common difference 4. Find the sum of the first 10 terms.

Advanced
S10=102(2×5+9×4)=5×46=230. S_{10}=\dfrac{10}{2}(2\times5+9\times4)=5\times46=230.
21

Find the exact value of sin⁡30∘+cos⁡60∘ \sin 30^\circ + \cos 60^\circ .

Basic
12+12=1. \tfrac{1}{2}+\tfrac{1}{2}=1.
22

Simplify sin⁡2θ+cos⁡2θ \sin^2\theta + \cos^2\theta .

Basic
1. 1.
23

Prove: sin⁡2θ1−cos⁡θ=1+cos⁡θ \dfrac{\sin^2\theta}{1-\cos\theta}=1+\cos\theta .

Advanced
1−cos⁡2θ1−cos⁡θ=(1−cos⁡θ)(1+cos⁡θ)1−cos⁡θ=1+cos⁡θ. ✓ \dfrac{1-\cos^2\theta}{1-\cos\theta}=\dfrac{(1-\cos\theta)(1+\cos\theta)}{1-\cos\theta}=1+\cos\theta.\ \checkmark
24

In a right triangle, sin⁡θ=513 \sin\theta=\dfrac{5}{13} . Find cos⁡θ \cos\theta .

Intermediate
cos⁡θ=1−25169=1213. \cos\theta=\sqrt{1-\tfrac{25}{169}}=\dfrac{12}{13}.
25

Find the exact value of tan⁡45∘+sin⁡90∘ \tan 45^\circ + \sin 90^\circ .

Intermediate
1+1=2. 1+1=2.
26

In triangle ABC ABC , AB=6 AB=6 , BC=8 BC=8 , and angle B=90∘ B=90^\circ . Find AC AC .

Intermediate
AC=36+64=10. AC=\sqrt{36+64}=10.
27

Find the area of a triangle with sides 5, 7, and included angle 60∘ 60^\circ .

Advanced
A=12×5×7×sin⁡60∘=3534. A=\tfrac{1}{2}\times5\times7\times\sin60^\circ=\dfrac{35\sqrt{3}}{4}.
28

Use the law of cosines to find c c when a=5 a=5 , b=7 b=7 , C=90∘ C=90^\circ .

Advanced
c2=25+49−0=74⇒c=74. c^2=25+49-0=74 \Rightarrow c=\sqrt{74}.
29

Find the equation of a circle centred at (2,−3) (2,-3) with radius 5.

Intermediate
(x−2)2+(y+3)2=25. (x-2)^2+(y+3)^2=25.
30

Find the centre and radius of x2+y2−4x+6y−12=0 x^2+y^2-4x+6y-12=0 .

Advanced

Complete the square: (x−2)2+(y+3)2=25 (x-2)^2+(y+3)^2=25 .

Centre (2,−3),r=5. \text{Centre }(2,-3),\quad r=5.
31

An arc of a circle with radius 6 subtends an angle of 2 2 radians. Find the arc length.

Intermediate
s=rθ=6×2=12. s=r\theta=6\times2=12.
32

A sector has radius 4 and angle π/3 \pi/3 . Find its area.

Advanced
A=12r2θ=12(16)π3=8π3. A=\tfrac{1}{2}r^2\theta=\tfrac{1}{2}(16)\tfrac{\pi}{3}=\dfrac{8\pi}{3}.
33

An inscribed angle intercepts an arc of 80∘ 80^\circ . Find the angle.

Intermediate
Inscribed angle=12×80∘=40∘. \text{Inscribed angle}=\tfrac{1}{2}\times80^\circ=40^\circ.
34

Find the volume of a sphere with radius 3.

Intermediate
V=43π(3)3=36π. V=\tfrac{4}{3}\pi(3)^3=36\pi.
35

Find the surface area of a cone with radius 4 and slant height 5.

Advanced
SA=πr(r+l)=π(4)(9)=36π. SA=\pi r(r+l)=\pi(4)(9)=36\pi.
36

Two similar cones have radii 3 3 and 6 6 . Find the ratio of their volumes.

Advanced
(36)3=18. \left(\dfrac{3}{6}\right)^3=\dfrac{1}{8}.
37

Find the volume of a cylinder with radius 5 and height 9.

Intermediate
V=πr2h=225π. V=\pi r^2 h=225\pi.
38

Five test scores are 70, 75, 80, 85, 90. Find the mean and range.

Basic
xˉ=80;range=90−70=20. \bar{x}=80;\quad \text{range}=90-70=20.
39

How many ways can 4 students be chosen from 10?

Intermediate
(104)=10!4!⋅6!=210. \binom{10}{4}=\dfrac{10!}{4!\cdot6!}=210.
40

A bag contains 5 red and 3 blue balls. Two are drawn without replacement. Find P(both red) P(\text{both red}) .

Advanced
58×47=2056=514. \dfrac{5}{8}\times\dfrac{4}{7}=\dfrac{20}{56}=\dfrac{5}{14}.
41

Evaluate 5!÷3! 5! \div 3! .

Basic
1206=20. \dfrac{120}{6}=20.
42

Two events A A and B B are independent. P(A)=0.4 P(A)=0.4 , P(B)=0.5 P(B)=0.5 . Find P(A∩B) P(A\cap B) .

Intermediate
P(A∩B)=0.4×0.5=0.2. P(A\cap B)=0.4\times0.5=0.2.
43

Expand (x+2)4 (x+2)^4 using the binomial theorem. Find the coefficient of x3 x^3 .

Advanced
(41)21=8. \binom{4}{1}2^1=8.
44

A complex number is z=3+4i z=3+4i . Find ∣z∣ |z| .

Intermediate
∣z∣=9+16=5. |z|=\sqrt{9+16}=5.
45

Multiply (2+3i)(1−i) (2+3i)(1-i) .

Advanced
2−2i+3i−3i2=2+i+3=5+i. 2-2i+3i-3i^2=2+i+3=5+i.
46

Express 0.36‾ 0.3\overline{6} as a fraction. (0.3666… 0.3666\ldots )

Advanced

Let x=0.36‾ x=0.3\overline{6} . Then 10x=3.6‾ 10x=3.\overline{6} , 9x=3.3 9x=3.3 .

x=3.39=1130. x=\dfrac{3.3}{9}=\dfrac{11}{30}.
47

How many 3-digit numbers can be formed from {1,2,3,4,5} \{1,2,3,4,5\} with no repetition?

Intermediate
5P3=5×4×3=60. _5P_3=5\times4\times3=60.
48

Find lim⁡x→2x2−4x−2 \lim_{x\to 2}\dfrac{x^2-4}{x-2} .

Advanced
(x−2)(x+2)x−2=x+2→x→24. \dfrac{(x-2)(x+2)}{x-2}=x+2 \xrightarrow{x\to2} 4.
49

A geometric sequence has first term 6 and common ratio −12 -\tfrac{1}{2} . Find the 5th term.

Intermediate
a5=6×(−12)4=6×116=38. a_5=6\times\left(-\tfrac{1}{2}\right)^4=6\times\tfrac{1}{16}=\tfrac{3}{8}.
50

Solve 23x=16x−1 2^{3x}=16^{x-1} .

Advanced

23x=24(x−1)⇒3x=4x−4 2^{3x}=2^{4(x-1)} \Rightarrow 3x=4x-4 .

x=4. x=4.
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