Lecture Notes: Turkey Busari Quantitative Test Preparation

Introduction

• The method is similar to the SAT test but easier.
• Analyzed sample questions from Dugia Busari website.
• Video aims to guide preparation for the test.

Test Format

• Eligibility: Undergraduate applicants (Health Science, Natural Science, Engineering, and Social Science).
• Duration: 30 questions to be completed in one hour.
• Languages: Test available in English and Turkish.
• Subjects Covered: Mathematics, Geometry, Logical Questions.
• Purpose: Reduce the number of candidates.

Regional Differences

• Different number of questions for countries like Azerbaijan, Greece, Cyprus, Afghanistan, and Sudan.
• Some regions also include science subjects (physics, chemistry, biology) in addition to math.

Question Types and Topics

General Skills and IQ

• Basic IQ skills based on logical thinking.
• Similar to samples in US exam.

Algebra Mathematics

1. Basic Algebra:
   • Four arithmetic operations (natural, decimal, fraction numbers).
   • Rational exponents (rules for power and square root).
   • Indices, factorials, remainder theory.
2. Equations:
   • Finding unknown variables.
   • Solutions for single and multiple equations.
   • Equations with a modulus sign.
   • Ratio problems (variably present).
3. Complex Numbers:
   • Summation, subtraction, operations on complex numbers.
4. Series and Sequences:
   • Understanding rules, solving examples.
5. Trigonometry:
   • Memorizing formulas and relationships.
   • Solving equations, simplifying expressions.

Geometry

• Memorize basic geometry formulas.
• Find areas, lengths, angles, radiuses, and similar triangles.
• Cartesian geometry (intersection points, shapes, regions).

Engineering Mathematics

1. Matrices:
   • Finding determinants for 3x3 matrices.
2. Exponential and Logarithms:
   • Properties and operations involving exponentials and logs.
3. Limits:
   • Basic understanding and application (pre-calculus concept).
4. Calculus:
   • Differentiation and integration (basic rules and concepts).
5. Functions:
   • (Present in US, variably in Busari).

Study Recommendations and Resources

• Compare USE exams to Busari sample tests (2010 as most similar).
• Recommendations for Algebra books summarizing basic formulas.
• Links to past exams and study materials.

Conclusion

• This guide is an analysis, not a precise prediction of the test.
• Encourage questions in the comment section for further clarification.

Thank you for watching and studying.