Algebra 1 CBE — Practice Tests & Mock Exams

Linear equations, inequalities, functions, quadratics, and polynomials. Covers TEKS §111.39.

Built for the Texas CBE — also used by Algebra 1 students in 9 states and 5 countries
Semester A

52 questions · 180 min · 80% to pass

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Semester B

50 questions · 180 min · 80% to pass

Free Practice (10)
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85%+ cold
You're likely ready for the official Algebra 1 Credit by Examination. Register with your counselor and take 1–2 full timed mocks to lock it in.
70–85%
Solid foundation, real prep needed. 4–6 weeks of timed mocks ($19.99 / 6 mo) with AI explanations on every wrong answer.
Under 70%
Concept-level gaps. Start with the Concept Lessons below, then return to practice once the underlying topic clicks.

Passing-score thresholds vary by district (Texas state code: 80% for §28.023 acceleration, 70% for §74.24 prior-instruction credit). Confirm your specific district's threshold with your school counselor in writing.

Also useful for STAAR Algebra 1 EOC

The Texas STAAR Algebra 1 EOC tests the same TEKS standard our practice covers. The same purchase serves both CBE and STAAR EOC preparation. How the overlap works →

Learn the Concepts

Visual lessons that build Algebra 1 from first principles — diagrams, worked examples, embedded practice.

Concept Lesson · 8 min· TEKS 2A,3A,3B,5A,7A,10A
Algebra 1 — Essential Formulas (Quick Reference)

Every formula you need for Texas Algebra 1 CBE on one page — linear equations, slope, systems, quadratics, exponent rules, and word-problem setups.

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Concept Lesson · 8 min· TEKS 2A,5A,5B
Linear Equations: The Five-Step Method That Solves Every “Find x”

Every solve-for-x problem on the Algebra 1 CBE comes down to the same five moves — distribute, combine, isolate, divide, check. Master the order and you'll handle one-step through both-sides equations on autopilot.

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Concept Lesson · 8 min· TEKS 5B,2A,3D
Linear Inequalities: Solving, Graphing, and the One Sign-Flip Rule

Inequalities solve like equations — except for one twist. Multiply or divide by a negative and the inequality sign flips. Master that single rule and you'll solve every CBE inequality on autopilot.

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Concept Lesson · 9 min· TEKS 2A,2B,2C,3A,3B,3C
Slope & Linear Graphs: Rise Over Run, Three Equation Forms

Slope is rate of change — and rate of change is the entire point of Algebra 1. Master the slope formula, the three line equations (slope-intercept, point-slope, standard), and when to use each.

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Concept Lesson · 9 min· TEKS 5C,3F,3G
Systems of Equations: Three Methods, One Intersection Point

A system of equations asks where two lines cross. Three ways to find that point — graphing, substitution, elimination — and how to recognize when there are zero, one, or infinite solutions.

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Concept Lesson · 8 min· TEKS 2A,12A,12B
Functions & Notation: f(x), Domain, Range, and the Vertical Line Test

A function is a rule that takes one input and gives one output. Master f(x) notation, domain/range, and the vertical line test — the foundation for every equation and graph in Algebra 1.

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Try a Sample Algebra 1 Question

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With Diagram · TEKS 10A-10E

The area of a rectangular yard is given by the polynomial 2x² + 7x + 3 square feet. Which pair of binomials could represent the length and width of the yard?

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With Diagram · TEKS 10A-10E

A rectangular vegetable garden has a length of (x + 7) feet and a width of (x + 3) feet. Which polynomial represents the area of the garden in square feet?

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With Diagram · TEKS 6A-6C

A projectile is launched and follows the path described by the quadratic function shown below. What does the maximum point of this parabola represent?

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What's on the Algebra 1 CBE

Every TEKS standard the official exam covers — and the exact topics our practice questions target.

SEMESTER ATEKS 1A–12E
  • 1A-1GPlan and Solve Real-world Problems
  • 2A-2HProperties and Representations of Linear Functions
  • 3A-3GGraphs and Transformations of Linear Functions
  • 4A-4CData Based Predictions and Calculations
  • 5A-5CEvaluating Linear Functions
  • 12A-12ENotation, Sequences, and Literal Equations
SEMESTER BTEKS 1A–12E
  • 1A-1GPlan and Solve Real-world Problems
  • 6A-6CQuadratic Functions and Equations
  • 7A-7CGraphs and Transformations of Quadratic Functions
  • 8A-8BEvaluating Quadratic Functions
  • 9A-9CExponential Functions
  • 10A-10EPolynomials and Operations
  • 11A-11BExponents and Radicals
  • 12A-12ESequences and Literal Equations

Algebra 1 CBE — Common Questions

How hard is the Algebra 1 Credit by Exam?

The Algebra 1 CBE matches the rigor of a year-long Algebra 1 course. Expect linear and quadratic functions, systems of equations, exponential models, and data analysis. With consistent TEKS-aligned practice, most students who score 85%+ on our mock exams pass on their first attempt.

What topics are on the Algebra 1 CBE?

The Algebra 1 CBE covers all six TEKS reporting categories: Number and Algebraic Methods; Describing and Graphing Linear Functions; Writing and Solving Linear Functions; Quadratic Functions and Equations; Exponential Functions and Equations; and Number and Algebraic Methods (data). Both Semester A and Semester B exams sample across these standards.

How long is the Algebra 1 CBE?

The official Algebra 1 CBE through UT High School runs about 3 hours with around 50–57 multiple-choice and grid-in items. Our mock exams use the same length and timing so your practice mirrors test-day conditions exactly.

What is the passing score for Algebra 1 CBE?

You need 70% to earn the credit. Because the exam covers a full year of material, scoring above 80% on practice mocks gives you a comfortable margin against test-day variance.

Do I need a calculator for the Algebra 1 CBE?

Yes — the Algebra 1 CBE allows a graphing calculator (typically TI-84 or equivalent). Our practice questions match this format, so you can rehearse using the same tools you'll have on exam day.

How is Texas CBE™ different from a Khan Academy review?

Khan Academy teaches Algebra 1 broadly. Texas CBE™ is built specifically around the TEKS standards the CBE actually tests, in the same multiple-choice format, with full-length mock exams scored at the 70% threshold. We focus your prep where it counts for credit.

I'm not in Texas — does Algebra 1 prep here still apply?

Yes. The Algebra 1 skills our practice drills — linear and quadratic functions, systems, exponentials, polynomials — are the same content taught in every state's Algebra 1 course. Our questions are TEKS-aligned by origin but the math is universal. Students in 9 U.S. states and 5 countries currently use the platform. For NY Regents Algebra I specifically see our prep guide; for NJGPA (NJ), B.E.S.T. (FL), SOL (VA), EOC (OH), LEAP (LA), and CA we publish state-by-state guides.

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