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For universities in China and the Chinese Government Scholarship. Practice and full mock tests show where you stand in every Math topic, then lessons and an AI tutor close the gaps.

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  • Power, exponential and logarithmic functionsReady
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  • Ellipses, hyperbolas and parabolasGetting there
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The CSCA Mathematics paper

The CSCA is the test Chinese universities use for international undergraduates. Mathematics is required for every program; Physics or Chemistry for science, engineering and medicine. We start with Mathematics.

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Four answer choices, one correct. No points lost for a wrong answer, so never leave one blank. Taken online, several times a year.

What it covers

  • Sets and Inequalities

    • Sets and set operations
    • Properties and solving of inequalities
  • Functions

    • Function concepts: domain, range, monotonicity, parity
    • Power, exponential and logarithmic functions
    • Trigonometric values and identities
    • Trigonometric graphs and properties
    • Arithmetic and geometric sequences
    • Derivatives and their applications
  • Geometry and Algebra

    • Lines and circles in the coordinate plane
    • Ellipses, hyperbolas and parabolas
    • Vectors
    • Complex numbers
    • Solid geometry and space coordinates
  • Probability and Statistics

    • Classical probability
    • Mean, variance and other data measures
    • Normal distribution

Everything you need for the CSCA, in one place

  • Practice that follows the real paper

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  • Full mock tests

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  • Lessons for every topic

    From sets and inequalities to conic sections and sequences, each topic explained step by step, then practised.

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Mark for Review

Functions · Arithmetic and geometric sequences · Medium

Example

In an arithmetic sequence {aₙ}, a₄ = 7 and a₁₁ = 42. Then the common difference d =

Option A.−5
Option B.35/8
Option C.5
Option D.35/6

Correct — nice work.

Explanation

From a₁₁ − a₄ = (11 − 4)d: 35 = 7d, so d = 5. Then a₁ = a₄ − 3d = −8.

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FAQ

What is the CSCA, and do I need it?

The China Scholastic Competency Assessment is the entrance test Chinese universities use for international undergraduates, and the Chinese Government Scholarship requires it. Mathematics is required for every program; Physics or Chemistry for science, engineering and medicine.

Which subjects can I prepare for?

We start with Mathematics, the one subject every program asks for. Physics and Chemistry are planned next.

Is it in English?

Yes. Questions, explanations, the AI tutor and the whole platform are in English. The CSCA itself can be taken in English or in Chinese.

Will I see an estimated score?

Not yet. The CSCA publishes no tables that turn answers into a score, and we won't invent one. Instead you see how ready you are in every topic, and that picture sharpens with every question you answer.

What does the free plan include?

5 practice questions in every topic, 1 full mock test and 10 questions to the AI tutor. Lessons come with Pro. Free for as long as you like, no card needed.

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