PSAT/NMSQTGiven at school in OctoberReading and Writing2 modules, 32 min eachMath2 modules, 35 min eachBest 1190Goal 1300
OCTWhat’s on the PSAT/NMSQT
Reading and Writing
54 questions64 minutes
Short passages with one question each.
Math
44 questions70 minutes
Algebra, advanced math, data and geometry. A calculator is allowed on every question.
Juniors who take it can qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program.
Test date
Schools give the PSAT/NMSQT in October. Ask your school counselor for the date.
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PSAT Reading and Writing
Which choice completes the sentence correctly? The museum’s new exhibit, which features more than 200 fossils, ____ open to the public next month.
