The HESI® A2 Mathematics Test covers a wide variety of basic math topics, including basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; decimals, fractions, and percentages; basic algebra; and ratios and proportions.
To help you prepare for this section of the HESI, this page contains everything you need to know, including what topics are covered, how many questions there are, and how you can study effectively.
What’s on the HESI Mathematics Test?
HESI A2 Math Practice Questions
One of the best ways to test your knowledge is by taking a practice test. Evaluate your math skills by trying your hand at the three practice questions below!
Answer each question and read through the answer explanation, whether you got the answer right or wrong. This will help you ensure you’ve got the topic mastered.
Whether you struggled with these questions or aced them on your first try, be sure to take the full practice test to get a better idea of how prepared you really are!
1. Simplify the following expression:
\(\dfrac{2}{3}\div \dfrac{4}{15} = \dfrac{2}{3} \times \dfrac{15}{4} = \dfrac{30}{12}\)
This simplifies to \(\large{\frac{5}{2}}\). Next, multiply \(\large{\frac{5}{2}}\) by \(\large{\frac{5}{8}}\):\(\dfrac{5}{2}\times \dfrac{5}{8} = \dfrac{25}{16}\)
2. Zachary starts his first work shift at 1615. He wants to set an alarm on his phone for 45 minutes before so he knows when to leave for his shift. If his phone uses a 12-hour clock, what time should he set his alarm for?
\(1615-1200=0415\)
This number corresponds to the 12-hour time in the afternoon, so Zachary’s shift starts at 4:15 p.m. Since he wants to set an alarm for 45 minutes before, subtract 45 minutes from 4:15 p.m., which is 3:30 p.m. Therefore, Zachary should set his alarm for 3:30 p.m. so he knows when to leave for his shift.3. Solve for \(x\):
\(\dfrac{7}{42}=\dfrac{4}{x}\)
Then, solve for \(x\). To do this, you must cross-multiply (producing \(7x=168\)), and then divide both sides by 7.Your calculations should determine that \(x=24\).
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FAQs
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How many questions are on the Mathematics section of the HESI A2?
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There are 55 questions on the Mathematics section of the HESI A2 exam.
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How long is the Mathematics section of the HESI A2?
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Each school sets their own time limit for each section of the exam.
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What is a passing score for the Mathematics section of the HESI A2?
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There are no official passing scores or failing scores on the HESI exam.
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