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# STA130 Final Exam Frequently Asked Questions

## When and where is the exam?

See the University of Toronto's Faculty of Arts and Science [April 2018 Examination Timetable](http://www.artsci.utoronto.ca/current/exams/apr18).

## What are the rules for writing an exam at UofT? 

See the University of Toronto's [Exam Rule Reminder](http://www.artsci.utoronto.ca/current/exams/reminder)

## What content will be covered on the final exam? 

The final exam will include **all** the material covered in the course.  The material covered in the course can be found on the [course content page](course_content.html).

## What should I study?

The exam will cover all the material *before* and *after* the midterm test.  So, study:

- [lecture notes](course_content.html), 

- [weekly practice problems](course_content.html), 

- [midterm tests](term_test_2018.html), 

- [mideterm test review](http://52.235.36.76:3838/STA130MidtermReview/), and 

- final exam [sample questions](exam_review_student.pdf) with [solutions](exam_review.pdf). **NB: Typo in Q1 Statement II corrected April 16.**  

## How many questions?

There are 23 multiple choice questions, and one writing question.  

## How much is each question worth?

The value of each question is given on the [April 2018 exam cover page](exam_coverpage.pdf).

## Am I allowed to bring in an aid sheet?

Yes.  You are allowed to bring an 8.5x11 inch, 2-sided, hand-written aid sheet (see [April 2018 exam cover page](exam_coverpage.pdf)). 

## Am I allowed to bring in a calculator?

Yes. You are allowed to bring in a calculator (see [April 2018 exam cover page](exam_coverpage.pdf)).

## Should I study previous STA130 final exams?

No.  The course content has substantially changed from previous years.

## Are there any sample questions available?

Yes.  Professors Taback and Gibbs have created sample questions available [here](exam_review_student.pdf).  Answers to these questions will be posted later.

## Will there be office hours before the exam?

Yes.  The schedule is [here](finalexamoh.html).