General Information About The PSAT - Math Portion

Tested on:

• Algebra: Analyze, fluently solve, and create linear equations and inequalities as well as analyze and fluently solve systems of equations.

• Advanced Math: Demonstrate attainment of skills and knowledge central for successful progression to more advanced math courses, including analyzing, fluently solving, interpreting, and creating a variety of equation types.

• Problem-Solving and Data Analysis: Apply quantitative reasoning about ratios, rates, and proportional relationships; understand and apply units and rates; and analyze and interpret one- and two-variable data.

• Geometry and Trigonometry: Solve problems that focus on perimeter, area, and volume; angles, triangles, and trigonometry; and circles.

Three Difficulty Levels:

Foundations, Medium, and Advanced

Format:

70 minutes for Math

Divided into two 35-minute sections

44 questions total

95 seconds (minute and a half) to spend on each question