Math Pad Questions

Use the Math Pad tool to enter a correctly formatted math expression. Math Pad is not enabled for all questions.

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  1. Click the answer box to open the Math Pad tool.

  2. Use the Math Pad buttons or type to answer the question.

    • Math Pad buttons are organized in expandable groups, such as Operations and Trig.
    • Some buttons insert placeholder boxes to show you where you can type numbers, variables, or expressions.

    To do this:

    Do this:

    Enter variables

    Type the variable using the case and spelling used in the question. Variables are automatically italicized.

    Enter symbols like π or ∞

    Click Symbols and click the symbol.

    Move the insertion point

    Press the arrow keys or use the mouse.

    Usually the insertion point is automatically moved to a placeholder box when it is created.

    Delete items

    Press BACKSPACE or DELETE.

    If you have trouble typing your answer, try using the pad buttons.