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GEPA: Mathematics Test Specifications (non-revised)

NOTE I: "Clusters" are similar to the new standards. This makes it very easy for teachers! Please use the scoring rubric for open-ended questions.
NOTE II: A new GEPA tutorial based on the 2002 revised standards will be available in December, 2005.

4.1 Number and numerical operations



Cluster 1
(Standard 1)

4.2 Geometry and Measurement




Cluster 2
(Standard 2)

4.3 Patterns and Algebra




Cluster 3
(Standard 3)

4.4 Data Analysis, Probability, and Discrete Mathematics


Cluster 4
(Standard 4)

4.5 Mathematical Processes
(similar for all grades; use content appropriate for that grade level)
Strands, Cumulative Progress Indicators and Sample Questions for each Strand
Questions are either multiple choice or open-ended [O.E.]
Sample Questions by Standard/Strand Sample Questions by Standard/Strand Sample Questions by Standard/Strand Sample Questions by Standard/Strand  
        Grade Eight
1.A [O.E.]
1.B
1.C
 2.A
2.B [O.E.]
2.C
2.D
2.E [O.E.]		 3.A [O.E.]
3.B
3.C
3.D 		4.A [O.E.]
4.B
4.C
4.D
  
GEPA Mathematics Reference Sheet

Additional Sections:
| GEPA Mathematics Overview | GEPA Student Preparation Booklet [Word] |
| Test Specifications (non-revised) | Types of Questions on GEPA |