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Mathematics Research

What are practice problems?

There are many books that contain hundreds - or even thousands - of solved math problems that you can complete for practice on a topic you're struggling with. Most of them will walk you through their solutions, so that you can see where you went wrong if your answer doesn't match. This is a great way to do extra prep before a quiz or test, especially if you can't make it to tutoring or peer study sessions in the Excel Center.

How do I find them?

Use the main search box on the Library website. The best way to search is to type the name of the subject you want to practice, then add one of these phrases:

  • solved problems
  • practice problems
  • study guide

Be as specific as possible! Here are examples of good searches:

  • calculus study guide
  • trigonometry solved problems
  • differential equations solved problems
  • precalculus practice problems

Still not finding what you need? Contact the Library for help!

Schaum's Outlines and Solved Problems

This is one of the oldest and most famous producers of practice problems. A book in the Schaum's Outlines series will walk you through a concept, show examples of solved problems, then give you additional problems that you can solve yourself. 

Find them in print or online at the Library by typing Schaum's followed by the subject you want in the main search box on our website. Here are some search examples:

  • Schaum's precalculus
  • Schaum's linear algebra
  • Schaum's differential equations