The Praxis Mathematics TestsWorkshop PPT #3

Slide show created by Jolene M. Morrisjmmorris@email.phoenix.edu

TIPS FOR TAKING THE TEST

Develop a test-taking strategy, and then use your strategy.

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Develop a strategy to mark questions.

Skip the questions you find extremely difficult.

My answer choice is “B”

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You can answer questions in any

order.

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There are no answer patterns.

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There is no penalty for guessing.

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Visualize yourself being successful.

Don’t worry about your score when you are taking the test.

Use your energy to take the test, not to get angry at it.

Take the test, do your best, pass it, get on with your career.

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It is OK to write in the paper test

booklet.

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Your first answer is usually correct

because of subconscious.

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Look for key words that may

lead to the correct answer.

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If you don’t know the answer, make an educated guess

by elimination.

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Answers (except for compare & ordering) are in

numerical order.

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No trick questions, but traps built into

the questions.

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Dress comfortably in layers.

25 Test Taking TipsThe correct answer IS one of the 4 or 5 – you just have to

find it.

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Bring a scientific calculator for

Praxis II that you are familiar with.

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You can take a bathroom break,

but…

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Keep your notes on the scratch

paper in an organized way.

25 Test Taking TipsIf taking the paper test, be sure the

answer oval corresponds to the question number.

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Be aware of the time & pace

yourself.

Because the time counts DOWN, you may want to start at the end of the test and work backwards (this works on math only).

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Can’t leave early so use the time wisely

to review your work.

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If you are forced to speed up, do so efficiently. Don’t

panic.

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Know the four types of multiple choice

questions. (See speaker notes)

1. Roman Numerals –Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices.

2. Which of the following –Form a sentence by replacing with each answer choice.

3. Complete the Statement – Read the sentence with your choice

4. Multiple-choice withqualifiers – Circle thequalifier. Remember, youare looking for theexception.

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Read all the possible answers before selecting

one.

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Understand “Back Solving” to answer a

question.

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Wear earplugs or earphones if you

are easily distracted.

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If you are nervous, see if chewing gum

is allowed.

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Consider the context set up by

the question stem.

Which of the following….(substitute the answer choices)

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Any Questions?