Math Exam, Qualifying for Apprenticeship in the Electrical Industry

[@jennymacias7304]

As someone who is part of the IBEW. I can tell you the exam is identical to this. You did an amazing job at explaining how to solve the problems.

[@topsaw]

Great to hear

[@trevonwalker8022]

What state did you take it and how long ago

[@ItzAlexMarquez]

@@trevonwalker8022 I just took mine in California San Diego and passed waiting on interview now

[@dvaladez5628]

@@ItzAlexMarquez was it hard ? Also what type of math does it have ?

[@ItzAlexMarquez]

@@dvaladez5628 so this was my second time taking it didn’t study for either one, now I did try this second time. Honestly as long as u know how to do pemdas and know how to find the value for x as well as know how to do exponents u should pass, The English part is just reading a passage and it basically tells u everything it ask for just try and re read and find what the question is asking and you will see the answer in the passage.

[@packfan88]

19 years ago when i took this test I borrowed a high school math book to refresh since it was a few years since I graduated. The sample test book I had said if youre not sure what a term means or how to do a part of the equation, go back a grade to catch up. 20 mins later I was back in 3rd grade learning how to divide fractions. Pay attention!

[@topsaw]

Good advice

[@aa-tx7th]

excellent. you did EXACTLY what you should do.

[@deesnoots]

Taking test soon! Needed this refreshment after years of school still! Kids, go take the test while your math is still fresh! Relearning it is depressing.

[@venitocamelo6704]

how did you do

[@sheepdog819]

@R Hood same. I have to have my 10 year old teach me. Lol

[@CaelanR5]

I have been out of high 2 1/2 years and I need to relearn a lot of this

[@MichiKing248]

Where did you go to refresh your math skills?

[@MrYeet-ip4qj]

@@MichiKing248 I was using Khan Academy. The Algebra 1 course. That is what my ibew website said to use to practice

[@davidwhite206]

Doing the initial steps to apply for the IBEW here in Nashville. Figured I'd get the ball rolling ahead of time by studying for the math portion early. Thank God for the Digital Information Age. I love the times we live in. Thank you for the videos brother.

[@topsaw]

Great to hear, good luck

[@alonechaos]

How is it? I’m thinking of applying.

[@davidwhite206]

@@alonechaos I love my career! Do it!

[@mattshadow9775]

I took the test today and passed for the 01 Inside Wireman I got a 6, this video helped me prepare I also took the iprep ibew course that was a huge factor in me passing. Thanks for this video and good luck guys!!!!!

[@alyssaalexander2836]

Congratulations

[@kylenelson8417]

Where do I get that prep that u did?

[@mattshadow9775]

Kyle Nelson iprep.online it’s 39.95$ it’s the iprep ibew course.

[@KosmikGawdess]

Congrats!!

[@falconsrule1000]

I test next week.. any certain problems to study??

[@smackroscoe]

Thank you for not only making the video but for your clear & easy to follow explanations. You'd make a fine teacher my friend. Bless you & stay safe.

[@topsaw]

Thank you, I also have more math videos on my practical math channel ColfaxMath. Bless you

[@samantha_lynn.marie19]

Im taking the aptitude in NY tomorrow. After watching this I feel much more confident!! Very well explained and easy to follow long, thank you!

[@eshumanjr]

Sammy Lynn how did you do on the test? How hard was it?

[@toohighproductions2303]

Sammy Lynn did you pass?

[@samantha_lynn.marie19]

Eugene Shuman I think I did well. Just have to take your time and read the questions thoroughly! Wish I just had a little more time but they allot 3 hours total

[@samantha_lynn.marie19]

Too High Productions not sure hoping to find out soon

[@eshumanjr]

Sammy Lynn fingers crossed that you passed. I’ll be taking mines soon

[@CalebWalsh45]

I’ve got my MO Valley aptitude test in a couple weeks and this helped refresh me on everything. Thanks so much man!

[@topsaw]

Great to hear it helped

[@mattshadow9775]

This video is amazing bro; explained it perfect, I was totally able to follow along. I have my test in 7 weeks, I’m taking the NJATC Math Tech Class and watching videos like this to get ready. I feel super confident; thanks for your time, it is appreciated!!!

[@nobody_special012]

Im starting my njatc math course this week. Best of luch brothers.

[@mattshadow9775]

@@RanThaMan88 yes and I'm also taking the iprep course as well

[@n.b.a1529]

Matt Shadow what happened

[@mattshadow9775]

N.B.A iprep is where it’s at for 40$ vs the njatc for 125$ the njatc course was not that helpful I have my test on Monday so I’ve just been studying hard I’d suggest iprep for sure it’s awesome

[@mattshadow9775]

N.B.A I passed the test today I got a 6

[@dte9984]

All these questions are on the test . not identical but similar and definitely some more advanced ones took it this morning !!

[@topsaw]

Great to hear,

[@hunterlucas9552]

Better than any math teacher i ever had. Thanks man i am planning on becoming an apprentice this year sometime. 💪🏻

[@topsaw]

Thank you

[@TwDjLsT]

No.. the best math teacher ever was more careful with telling you wrong answers.

[@Ric.Huerta_HMB]

Very helpful, i have a lot to learn and lots of time before i take the IBEW test..

[@screamrad218]

I need to study up on my Math. I want to be a Electrician Apprentice!!!

[@eddiew2325]

Electricians don’t use math trust me

[@matthewlizzio7431]

I’m doing the same!

[@Ricardo_C]

Same here brother

[@unerone4155]

@@eddiew2325 don’t limit your knowledge to your career

[@that1electrician]

@@eddiew2325 So thats why all the conduit runs i see look like shit

[@kyletaylor7661]

This video still being used! You writhed through those extremely well I appreciate it thanks!

[@topsaw]

Thank you

[@mehkaibarber8322]

I took the test today your advice was very very helpful It made math very simpler thank you sir

[@mehkaibarber8322]

only thing is I wish I had more time

[@topsaw]

Good to hear

[@belikebruh1224]

I'm taking entrance exam in electrical engineering soon. Hoping that these vids of yours will help me get good in math 😣.

[@Manchessollte421]

REALLY helpful, exam is today, wish me luck!

[@topsaw]

Good luck

[@stanley4006]

I have been a electrician for 27 years now and hold a masters license, for the last 18years or so. I also have been a foreman since 2003 doing all commercial and industrial all of those years and have NEVER used this

[@Jonahflores2800]

What should I focus on in then specifically in the trade because I’m barely about to step foot in the door of going the the application process of even just becoming an electrical apprentice. Thanks

[@stanley4006]

@@Jonahflores2800 will you be going into the IBEW, Or non union ? I worked for a non union shop for almost 24 years and can tell you there are pros and cons to both. I was never laid off in the 24 years but the pay wasn’t as much as IBEW, in the last few years working there I was making $100k so you can still make $$. But depending on where you are at if the union doesn’t have a lot of work and you are off more then you work then non union is the way to go. More steady work. If you go non union try and find a company that will put you though a apprenticeship program. I recently took my Philadelphia and Allentown Pa masters tests and passed both, and now hold 3 masters licenses. For the exams you need to know basic math and here in Pa you can right in the code book so I put the basic formulas in the back. Its a great trade to be in and love what I do. I can give you all kinds of tips to be successful.

[@Jonahflores2800]

@Stanley I live in Northern California and yes its Union based. However would I need take any entrance exams right off the bat ? Or will I automatically go through school training and get tested along the way? All in all I’m 21 and I hope there’s plenty of non off time/ plenty of overtime in this trade specifically as an electrician in the union . Thanks for replying.

[@stanley4006]

@@Jonahflores2800 for the Union I think you will need to take a exam prior to getting in. Most likely the math on this video is probably a part that’s on it. As far as work that all depends on how much work is in the area and how many people are in the local, that have the seniority on you. Another route to look at is the testing field. That’s what I currently do since I left construction. It’s a great field and you can make a lot more then on the construction side. I do a lot of work in substations now, testing transformers, medium and high voltage breakers, cables and other equipment. I know a few guys that have been in the testing field now for years and make over $200k a year. You want to look for a company that is A NETA accredited. LOTS of overtime and work all over the country. My employer right now has 800+ employees and do work everywhere including overseas. There are 4 levels of NETA technicians. NETA 1 is entry level. NETA 2, 3 and 4. If you become a 3 or 4 you will always have work and unlimited opportunities to make a lot of money. Google SF6 breaker, it’s amazing what’s out there and so much to learn.

[@abanoubmelad2919]

@@stanley4006 must i be form local 6 area and live in this city? Is it okay if I'm from Los Angeles or Anaheim and went to apply my application in Local 6? because I'm working in a city far away from local 6 and i heard to join to the program i will wait maybe 6 months to 2 years, So must i live in Local 6 FROM NOW? CAN I JUST APPLY AND WHEN MY PROGRAM STARTS, I WILL GO TO LIVE IN LOCAL 6, is it allowed? 2- What if i joined local 6 and studied the program and became journeyman, So if i want to leave San Francisco and want to live in another city in CA or in Portland, is it too easy to join local 48 after became a journeyman from San Francisco? Will i work immediately? OR I MUST APPLY MY APPLICATION AGAIN - TAKE APPETITE EXAM - AND MAKE INTERVIEW AGAIN- AND WAIT ON THE LIST AGAIN- AND GO TO STUDY SOME CREDITS AGAIN- so to tarvel from city to city or city ti state should i repeat all the steps again or u you will trasnfer some of my 5 years program and study maybe maximum 2 years? or i will work immediately without any of these things?

[@grafiiti678]

Just took the test and i gotta say i thought i had it but im pretty sure I failed. The math section was brutal I got mentally stuck on number series and spent most of my time plugging in numbers into the same equations just to check if the statement is 100% true by the end of the test i only completed 2:3 of the test and left the other blank. I hope everyone really take the time to study and sharpen your math skills before you take the test

[@topsaw]

Good advice

[@Beansthecat99]

I take this test on March 18th fml next week and I feel like I’m so not ready even though I’ve been studying my ass off I work in a factory and I just want to get the hell out of factory work and into a trade that I’d love so the stress is so real

[@faithsuccessprosperitythro3172]

I hope you get there fam. Did you pass ?????

[@juanSanchez-fj2is]

@@faithsuccessprosperitythro3172 I knew him in real life he failed and was depressed and sadly passed

[@angellifts6044]

@@juanSanchez-fj2is wait you for real? Don’t play like that man

[@bobbertee5945]

This video is exactly why i didnt go thru the apprenticeship, Im always amazed to watch people comprehend math like this, i know it is probably simple for many but once math started having letters and parenthesis in it, that was it for me, it was a magic trick to watch somebody solve these equations...... C's and B's thru high school but failed miserably every math class passed 7th grade, 8th grade was as far as math went for me.....

[@topsaw]

I hear you, if you went back and worked your way forward, I'm sure you would be able to put it together.

[@sourdiesel681]

PEMDAS= Parentheses, Exponents, then you do Multiplication or division whatever comes first, and then add or divide whichever one comes first

[@An0nAm0nda]

“Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally”

[@SycFuk2000]

P E MD AS

[@PeterparkerSlaps]

If the question say If x is less than 4, y is positive. Plug i like a really negative number for x . Like -36

[@wolfrus1809]

Graduated high school and I goofed off the whole time in math and I realized I realized now imma have to pay 125$ just for this math program

[@topsaw]

Small price to pay if it gets you in and making a good wage

[@wolfrus1809]

@@topsaw you are correct. And that was my thought process too I mean there’s no better time to do all of this then when I’m young like I am now BUT that’s 125$ and that’s no guarantee to anything I could ace that class which is cool but that doesn’t mean I’ll get the job

[@Azer..]

@@wolfrus1809 apply your self and you definitely will find a job this is a valuable skill set, I just paid 125$ for the course I’m waiting on my books. Have you finished the course?

[@Aretedubs]

One thing I realized after high school is youtube is a better education system. You get to stay home you get to look up what you wanna learn and there is tons of different teachers. I've learned so much shit over my lifetime just from youtube. How to tune a guitar, how to do car maintence, how to do my taxes cause regular school doesnt teach you about anything about building a house or anything or taxes.

[@nice2meetUWenDoWeEat]

There’s a $125 course? Offered by IBEW or…?

[@jakensdieudonne3505]

Love the way you explain that

[@topsaw]

Thanks, good to hear

[@CoreyGrey]

Got my test tomorrow. Cramming in algebra as much as I can. Hopefully I pass. Been 4-5 months since I applied to finally get my test date. Just need to do well enough on algebra and have the reading comprehension carry me lol. We’ll see how long it takes to finally get an interview then hired into IBEW.

[@topsaw]

Good luck

[@TachoSJ]

I have my test tomorrow morning. I’ve been reviewing some of the stuff this week. It’s been 19 years since I graduated from HS.

[@CoreyGrey]

TachoSJ it’s a lot of algebraic equations, pemdas, and square roots. The reading part wasn’t that bad, except one passage was about the Doppler effect which was challenging. Just make sure you know how to solve equations and square roots. The test / answers for the problems really try to confuse you so as long as you know how to solve the different algebra problems you should be fine.

[@darkelite1946]

The Savages have you gotten hired yet?

[@monitor248]

Can we get a update? I’m 17 and will soon be a electrician I can’t wait to get in the union!

[@i7ven]

Ah crap, lost me on the second question.

[@bbseal6174]

Don't worry. Depending on when you went to school, they might not have called it "FOIL". Probably just need some refreshing. Look up "multiplying binomials".

[@mikebreezytv8811]

Thanks buddy!!! Exactly what I was looking for 😎

[@topsaw]

Glad to hear that

[@kyrajnai4201]

This video helped me so much, thank you a lot sir

[@kyrajnai4201]

Packers Fan13 Nope, wasn’t me

[@shawngallagher8764]

Well after watching this I’m REALLY trying not to lose hope. I definitely have ADD so if I keep losing focus on a subject I struggle with already and can’t retain information I’m screwed

[@topsaw]

Keep studying and practicing, good luck

[@Spartan-xg7vg]

Man...I’m so gonna struggle I’m pretty bad at math I struggled a lot in high school.Right now I’m studying to get certified Electritian one I’m done eight the classes I’m sure I have to do this for an apprentice Electritian but I’m so bad at math :(

[@topsaw]

You can figure it out if you keep working at it,

[@Indygenous]

Its been 12 years since HS. I gotta dust up on my math. I forgot how to do any of these. I used to be good at algebra but since graduating i havent used it in real world

[@topsaw]

It would be better if our hs math classes were more applications based

[@swagdaddy206]

Easy money I just needed a refresher lol math always been my strong suit ✊🏾📖

[@jmow429]

Getting ready to do the CAST-R for Georgia Power now

[@topsaw]

Good luck

[@jmow429]

@@topsaw thanks... The only thing that I kind of worry about is the graphic arithmetic it's been a while

[@csl9495]

This is it???? it doesn't go beyond this? I got this then. I'm no math wiz, in fact quite the opposite but I think I can relearn this. Thanks for the insight!

[@topsaw]

Good, glad you got it

[@eze876]

i go for the test this saturday, getting nervous every day that goes by.

[@topsaw]

Good luck

[@italatin18]

This was much easier than the 82 question test I took FFS.

[@topsaw]

Good to hear

[@rrrrr.55555]

Thanks very much, this videos are helpful! Keep it up

[@lilybg12]

I have taken the electrician test once and didn’t pass the math portion. When you say mark up the problem during the test can we do that through the computer? We take the test through the computer and use a scratch paper to work it out.

[@topsaw]

I would mark up the scratch paper with clear labels of what the problems are and keep them in order. The goal is when you go back to go over the problem you can find all your work and not start again

[@moocow2oo426]

same, i will be retaking my test in about a month or so

[@carter6466]

this is literally 8th grade algebra and it's so easy for me hopefully it stays that way

[@topsaw]

Hopefully

[@carter6466]

TopSaw i'm looking to be a electrician and become a apprentice at 18 should i be learning things at 14 right now or should i just wait?

[@topsaw]

Learning never hurts but always puts you ahead.

[@carter6466]

TopSaw got video suggestions to help me out

[@carter6466]

@@mimikelly9997 i am also 15 lol

[@toujayecarter9745]

I’m getting ready for the electrician test In Illinois. A little nervous about the math portion . Any websites for practice test?

[@mattshadow9775]

I just passed the test today for the 01 inside wireman I got a 6 get the iprep ibew course it’s 40$ worth every penny that was crucial in me passing

[@mattshadow9775]

Ray Trammel it’s iPrep.online it’s the iprep ibew their website has two branches around a shield with an I on it, I couldn’t attach a screen shot but it’s 39.95$ good luck bro

[@venitocamelo6704]

@@mattshadow9775 where do i get it and is it safe to purchase it? i mean im not going to get scammed

[@sassafrasofficial3695]

So you're telling me I could pass a test for a job that makes more than 30k out of 8th grade?

[@topsaw]

You can always make a good living when you are a skilled trades person. Passing the test doesn't give you a good wage, it allows you to start pursuing your trade in a union.

[@dojoparsnip9905]

yes. I know people who have 4 year degrees and barely make $40k. The union where i am at, you will make $60k your first year.

[@divine6732]

@@dojoparsnip9905 As an apprentice?

[@dojoparsnip9905]

@@divine6732 yes. $27/hr start

[@Yiffin84]

@@dojoparsnip9905 you in cali?

[@renehernandez1256]

how many questions are on the test ? And you really should be a teacher you explain it very well .

[@topsaw]

Thank you, I am. I teach both math and shop.

[@tuanshomes]

Thanks TopSaw! Will definitely help!

[@topsaw]

Thank you

[@darkraiguy2491]

I took the test today and there was no Foil or Pemdas on it. Soooo pretty sure I failed it. Woooo time to wait 6 months

[@topsaw]

Hope it comes out well

[@escentgaming1986]

What did it consist of mostly? I have my electricians in 10 days, what’s the best to look for?

[@NerveFlux]

Power triangles. If you already wrote your name on the test you have failed. If you haven't yet do so now. Congratulations on following directions.

[@red5257]

For PEMDAS & FOIL .... which grade are people usually introduced to those formulas?? I have 7 weeks to study, and I'm in major need of assistance...

[@topsaw]

I have a math channel called Colfaxmath on here I have a lot of support videos and a playlist called foundations of math that can walk you through all of it.

[@red5257]

Okay thank you very much ..

[@Creativelypoor]

Amazing I need to study I hate math but I miss it

[@topsaw]

Good to hear

[@topsaw]

Good luck

[@theorodriguez8168]

What’s the name of this type of math ? Probably a dumb question but I will be attending line school in December and I wanna start brushing up on this math . I am horrible at it . Great video!

[@topsaw]

I would call it pre-algebra

[@BM-nh9kd]

TopSaw High school. Math 11 foundation. For Factoring binomials it’s used in pre cal and calc, expected to already to understand the basics.

[@theorodriguez8168]

B M thank you !

[@anzwarthegreat9489]

I aced♠️ this test twice and they still didn't let me in the electrical workers union. Went right over to the plumbers and got in. Crazy

[@topsaw]

Why didn't they let you in?

[@dojoparsnip9905]

did you ask why?

[@rf6612]

Got my test today at 1:30 thanks

[@n.b.a1529]

Robert Fajardo what happened

[@rf6612]

N.B.A I get results in a couple weeks via mail I do recommend focusing on working problems like number 4

[@n.b.a1529]

Robert Fajardo how long has the process been since you first turned in your application to now ?Also are you from Cali ?

[@rf6612]

N.B.A about 5-6 months then I got a letter in the mail for my testing date and yes I am also as of right still no test results

[@IceBurg_]

Standing in line for the exam watching this 😅😬

[@IceBurg_]

I passed I’ll be starting Oct 28 thank you 🙏🏿

[@topsaw]

Fantastic, congratulations

[@Alex-jo2oi]

These sample questions were nothing like the actual test. The actual test was much harder and involved more graph questions than I expected. Big bummer for me.

[@Androgynary]

Alex Siegel I just applied and am preparing for the test. What else do you recommend studying?

[@Alex-jo2oi]

Leira Zetroc definitely more graphing on mine when I took it, and a lot of functions and tables! The equations were asking me to remove certain variables out of 2 variable equations not even asking for me to solve for them. It was weird man.

[@lamarcustreezy2701]

Alex Siegel What type of graphs?? if you don’t mind me asking

[@Alex-jo2oi]

Lamarcus Treezy shaded graphs , parabolas, tables x and y, solving coordinates on graphs

[@thisninjajango]

Where did you take the test? And do you recommend any books I can buy before the test?

[@savedbyhismercyandlove]

Hello-Could You(or someone in chat) explain to Me on question 5 why everything is +1?Thanks for this

[@topsaw]

The plus one is the change in value from one number to the next number

[@KRAPYBARA84]

Can there be any sisters in the brotherhood? Lol, going for my Gen Electrician certification this year and Im a bit nervous

[@deerrunner7981]

Yeah there is and not just sisters but a lot of the LGBTQ community in local 613. That was a very progressive local!

[@michelleflores8072]

Are you going for it ? I have the same questions I don't know where I am at how many females but they do want females in the trades .

[@josephcronin4209]

You will be welcome in Local #3 in NYC . Good luck sister .

[@BrushTeef]

Thank you I’m taking mines next month March! Wish me luck everybody!

[@topsaw]

Good luck

[@TheBoltingloki]

Mine March 16th!

[@TheTreLuck]

I take mine on the 11th

[@dojoparsnip9905]

A CDL class A test is far harder than this. i would have passed this in middle school. or at leat this portion.

[@topsaw]

Good

[@shavkat84]

I don’t know why they need this do you really use them at work

[@topsaw]

A lot of tests are just to see how good one is at problem solving

[@MarkMadeInUkraine]

@@topsaw If I have zero knowledge in math and an intermediate level in English, do I have a chance to enroll? I’ve started preparing, but it probably won’t help much…

[@topsaw]

@@MarkMadeInUkraine I have a math channel on KZbin called Colfaxmath, if you go on there, there is a playlist called foundations of math. you can start there.

[@yt-kingdavid2359]

I’m looking into the program and I’m about to fill out an application. Do you send the application and transcript first or do you have to apply for the aptitude test first and if accepted than bring those items listed?

[@topsaw]

Check with your local, good idea to get a name and make contact .

[@yt-kingdavid2359]

TopSaw thank you. Didn’t know if it was the same everywhere.

[@aaronfarmer9675]

love it

[@topsaw]

Glad to hear it

[@anthonymineo6781]

Question I have my test next week and I lost my letter I got in the mail from them what do I do

[@topsaw]

Give them a call or go in and talk with them

[@johnnykirkpatrick1707]

Canadians have way harder requirements and schooling to complete for their trades this is simple math my 1st year electrical theory at the college involves ohms law, watts law calculating resistance, voltages, Horse power understanding the flow of circuits and how atoms and neutrons move in an electrical circuit I can’t believe your guys aptitude test is 5 simple math questions our electricians basically have to learn the beginnings of electrical engineering

[@topsaw]

This is the entrance to the union before apprenticeship

[@Tonytone92]

For those who passed what did you helped you best for studying? Links?

[@topsaw]

Good luck

[@kart_blanche]

How does this math translate to REAL hands on Electrician work?

[@topsaw]

Primarily it gets you in the union door

[@nadineelseudy5835]

@@topsaw lol I like you . your come backs are great

[@deerrunner7981]

Believe me if you gonna be the best of an electrician, best believe you will need to know math. I even have used trigonometry.

[@robertgregory2618]

@@deerrunner7981 Can you give me an example of where you would need algebra in doing electrical work?

[@deerrunner7981]

@@robertgregory2618 a rolling upset

[@alpinecurrant7770]

Can you use calculators ?

[@topsaw]

No calculators

[@bentalbot3084]

Sorry I'm late, are they like state exams ? Are you allowed bring calculators like so

[@topsaw]

Never too late. Calculators are online

[@jamespeach626]

I think I'll probably get the same test for plumbing and pipefitting. I wonder if there are places I could go to take like a class to freshen up my math skills. I'm 29 so haven't been to school in a long time

[@topsaw]

Yes, I think they will be similar

[@youngchap4941]

shit you gotta do math i was thinking abought doing this i hate math im realy bad but if i apply it im fine i just hope it not crazy math

[@youngchap4941]

@pet detective lol i still dont know what i wanna do i realized to late that math was good to know 🤣😂

[@topsaw]

Yes

[@Rayram555]

Great tutorial ! Thank you sir.

[@Keitheem]

I don't know if you address this in the video but what type of math should I study for, Algebra 1 or Algebra 2?

[@topsaw]

Algebra 1

[@showery1376]

Not as bad as I thought

[@krmcgavock23]

Bro thank you so much! I take my test on Tuesday and I’ve still got time to figure out which stuff I need to study specifically and I already know the basics of everything. Do I have to worry about domain and range? Absolute value and all of the more complex stuff?

[@MBeezey]

How did you do on the test? I take it Thursday, pretty nervous considering I'm pretty bad at math lol.

[@krmcgavock23]

MBeezey I would definitely keep working on problems like 2 & 4. Especially 4 because it’s a lot of those. It wasn’t as hard as I thought it would be but of course everyone’s skill level is different. I would beef up on those graphs too. The reading part for me was extra easy😂 . It’s a little bit of factoring problems that may use the function f(x). Focus on these more and follow algebra 2 concepts and you should be good👍Dont spend too much time on 1 problem because the time flies! Do all the ones you know you can do first and go back to those other problems that you got stuck on

[@xakxakgaming2226]

did you ever get accepted

[@DRock1042]

Which one was the easy question? 🧐🤔😂

[@sparky.electric]

HEY I HAVE A QUESTION I LIVE IN WASHINGTON STATE WILL THE TEST BE SIMILAR TO THIS ONE? IM 17 almost going to graduate highschool and im looking deep into being an electriction

[@topsaw]

Yes, they are similar

[@jusdiesel8612]

How you get 9x-30 on problem 2

[@topsaw]

The 3 out in front has to be multiplied by every term on the parenthesis. The 3x times 3 gives you the 9x and the -10 times 3 gives you the -30. Hope that helps

[@pokechamp003]

i took the test in 2018, it's 7th grade math

[@topsaw]

Good to hear

[@davidstancu2963]

how similar are the questions on the test to the study guide?

[@davidstancu2963]

also are there any inequality problems or fractions?????

[@Chiefs1582]

Well I’m screwed never taken algebra

[@topsaw]

Never to late to learn

[@YoungJefeHolmes]

Serious question, lol Is math even involved in electrical work & how often?

[@topsaw]

I would say yes

[@savedbyhismercyandlove]

If I barely passed (D or C-) High School Algebra(graduated '93) do I even have a chance?I am 47 and want to get into a apprenticeship...Thanks very much

[@topsaw]

Yes, absolutely! Start small, think big. Start working at it and you might be surprised how it is now making sense. I have a math channel called ColfaxMath and on there I have a playlist called foundations of math that will review all the math you need. Keep me posted. Good luck

[@savedbyhismercyandlove]

@@topsaw Thank You-What I meant though was if I barely passed with a D in High school would this barre Me?appreciate the time

[@jessieporter7986]

I plan on taking the exam for the sheet metal union, does anyone know if this is applicable to that exam as well?

[@topsaw]

The math portion in all of them is pretty similar.

[@invaderzim133]

the questions on the actual test were way harder tbh, still passed but make sure you prepare past these 5 examples people.

[@topsaw]

Good advice, glad to hear you passed

[@MXvsATV144]

I was doing all of this studying before during summer, never actually needing to take the test before the interview, As a lineman, how often do you actually need to do all of this algebra? I hate random variables and learning to do stuff like this if I don’t understand real life examples and when it’s used. I feel most math is figured out in a more common sense way in your head but add meaningless letters with numbers with no reasoning to where they came from, and you lose me.

[@topsaw]

Fair enough

[@lamarcustreezy2701]

These samples questions are nothing compared to the Test! The test is pretty hard

[@xianxua2054]

Taking mine today. Shit now I'm nervous

[@lamarcustreezy2701]

lI-BodyBagz-Il How did you do?

[@xianxua2054]

@@lamarcustreezy2701 I overestimated the test 😂. For the most part everything that was shown I already knew. The reading was easy as hell. I am confident I did well on the test.

[@lamarcustreezy2701]

lI-BodyBagz-Il What was on it?

[@xianxua2054]

@@lamarcustreezy2701 it started off with the number patterns, then solving for x equations, and lastly square root equations

[@callissa5234]

are these the easier questions on the test?

[@topsaw]

No, just a sample

[@tarandugas7682]

the first answer is right but I could have sworn that PEMDAS is orders of operations meaning that after exponents it's a left to right process. If division comes before multiplication then you divide first and the same with addition and subtraction. So multiplication don't always come before division and addition don't always come before subtraction.

[@topsaw]

Yes, left to right within the operations

[@charlybrown642]

Got my test in about 2 weeks, any websites I can check out with practice tests , any advice is appreciated. Thanks

[@topsaw]

Good luck, go slow enough not to make any careless mistakes.

[@moneyszn__]

Is this the same for Local 428?

[@topsaw]

It's probably pretty similar, I'd check in with your local.

[@moneyszn__]

Thank you

[@moneyszn__]

Any update?

[@benjaminfranklin7030]

Does the aptitude test only have math? No English or anything else?

[@Imzova]

Does this apply to lineman electricians as well?

[@kbb3672]

Thanks Steve o

[@topsaw]

Thank you

[@Mikechill5]

the math and theory really make me hate it. I don't learn that way. would rather learn in the field. not trying to be a master electrician but would like to be in the field but the theory kills me just give me the work. lol

[@topsaw]

Always need for people in the field

[@Mikechill5]

@@topsaw union you have to do class and independent contractors don't want to train. so I'm stuck

[@passangsherpa6831]

I have test it’s coming for the apprenticeship program for HVACR it’s same math? What kind of math will be there in test like Algebra or geometry?

[@topsaw]

Yes pretty similar math

[@YoungPHAZE91]

For the second question I was told you have to simplify making the answer actually b is that true ?

[@topsaw]

No, it is equal to y, so if divided both sides by 3 you would have y/3. If the whole thing was equal to zero, than you could factor out a 3, divide both sides by 3 and have 3/0 which is still zero.

[@Arbancks]

is it true some apprentiships require a passing grade in high school algebra?

[@topsaw]

I don't know, I have never heard that before.

[@CaseNumber00]

Yes, some do. I live in S. California and had to get a copy of my sealed high school transcript to prove I passed algebra.

[@squidwitawig1607]

You have to have a c average in algebra

[@KaiserSenpai420]

Is there a website I can go to practice test?

[@topsaw]

If you Google search IBEW test there are a few that come up, that seem similar.

[@mptemplin]

Why is the Electrician test way harder than the plumber test?

[@topsaw]

Electrical is more mathematical than plumbing

[@scrimxyg-5986]

Thank you

[@up-2date]

Sir, I'm the dumbest math person ever. Can I become either a plumber or electrician with all these math tests?

[@topsaw]

Absolutely yes, put some work in, learn the basics of math, and get a passing score. You can do it with some work

[@alexisgutierrez1478]

I have my aptitude next week, anyone have some advice?

[@topsaw]

Study, by taking practice exams and pacing yourself. The hardest problem.has the same weight as the easiest problem, so don't miss the easy ones by rushing