What This Document Is
This document is a past examination for MATH 124: Finite Mathematics, administered at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Specifically, it’s Version A of the First Examination from Spring 2014 (originally from February 20, 2013, with later iterations). It’s designed to assess a student’s understanding of foundational concepts in finite mathematics after a portion of the course has been completed. The exam emphasizes problem-solving and application of learned principles under timed conditions.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is invaluable for students currently enrolled in or preparing for MATH 124 at the University of Illinois, or a similar finite mathematics course elsewhere. It’s particularly helpful for understanding the *style* and *scope* of questions asked on exams. Working through practice problems – even without solutions – can build confidence and identify areas needing further study. It’s best used as part of a comprehensive study plan, alongside lecture notes, textbooks, and homework assignments, to gauge preparedness.
Topics Covered
* Set Theory and Operations (Unions, Intersections)
* Counting Principles (Ordered Samples with and without Replacement)
* Basic Probability Calculations
* Combinations and Permutations
* Statistical Measures (Mean, Median, Mode)
* Probability Distributions and Sample Spaces
* Event Probabilities and Relationships
What This Document Provides
* A full, previously administered exam paper.
* A variety of problem types representative of the course material.
* Questions requiring both computational skills and conceptual understanding.
* An indication of the point value assigned to each question, reflecting its relative importance.
* Clear instructions regarding exam rules and time constraints.
* Discussion section information for organizational purposes.
