Question 1Select one
A mural crew mixes blue, yellow, and white paint in the ratio 2 : 3 : 5 by volume. They need 30 quarts of the mixture. How many quarts of yellow paint do they need?
Praxis Core Math practice
The Mathematics test has 56 questions in 90 minutes, with an on-screen four-function calculator. Most questions have one answer; some ask for one or more choices, and some for a typed number.
| Category | About | Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Number and Quantity | 20 questions (36%) | Fractions, ratios, percents, rates, place value, whole numbers, counterexamples, real-life problems, units |
| Data Interpretation and Representation, Statistics, and Probability | 18 questions (32%) | Tables and graphs, mean and median, samples, linear trends, models, correlation, probability |
| Algebra and Geometry | 18 questions (32%) | Equivalent expressions, equations, word problems, simple quadratics, shapes, angles, similarity, area, perimeter and volume |
| Time | 90 minutes |
|---|---|
| Questions | 56 |
| Calculator | On-screen four-function |
The three question formats
- Select one answer choice.
- Select one or more answer choices: choose every correct one, and only those.
- Numeric entry: type the number.
Using the calculator well
The calculator saves time on arithmetic, not on reasoning. Estimate first, so a slip on the keys stands out.
Try 2 questions
Question 2Select one
Eight students earned these scores on a quiz: 78, 92, 85, 66, 92, 74, 88, 81. What is the median score?
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Questions people ask
Is there a calculator on the Praxis Core Math test?
Yes. An on-screen four-function calculator is provided.
What kinds of questions are on Praxis Core Math?
Select one answer, select one or more answers, and numeric entry, where you type the number.
What score do I need to pass?
Each state or program that uses the tests sets its own passing score. Check the requirement with your state's educator licensing office or your program, or on the ETS Praxis website.