The Praxis Mathematics Tests Workshop PPT #3 Slide show created by Jolene M. Morris jmmorris@email.phoenix.edu

TIPS FOR TAKING THE TEST Develop a test-taking strategy, and then use your strategy.

Develop a strategy to mark questions. 25 Test Taking Tips Develop a strategy to mark questions. Skip the questions you find extremely difficult. My answer choice is “B” Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

You can answer questions in any order. 25 Test Taking Tips You can answer questions in any order. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

There are no answer patterns. 25 Test Taking Tips There are no answer patterns. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

There is no penalty for guessing. 25 Test Taking Tips There is no penalty for guessing. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

Visualize yourself being successful. 25 Test Taking Tips 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. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

It is OK to write in the paper test booklet. 25 Test Taking Tips It is OK to write in the paper test booklet. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

Your first answer is usually correct because of subconscious. 25 Test Taking Tips Your first answer is usually correct because of subconscious. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

Look for key words that may lead to the correct answer. 25 Test Taking Tips Look for key words that may lead to the correct answer. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

If you don’t know the answer, make an educated guess by elimination. 25 Test Taking Tips If you don’t know the answer, make an educated guess by elimination. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

Answers (except for compare & ordering) are in numerical order. 25 Test Taking Tips Answers (except for compare & ordering) are in numerical order. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

No trick questions, but traps built into the questions. 25 Test Taking Tips No trick questions, but traps built into the questions. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

Dress comfortably in layers. 25 Test Taking Tips Dress comfortably in layers. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

The correct answer IS one of the 4 or 5 – you just have to find it. 25 Test Taking Tips The correct answer IS one of the 4 or 5 – you just have to find it. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

25 Test Taking Tips Bring a scientific calculator for Praxis II that you are familiar with. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

You can take a bathroom break, but… 25 Test Taking Tips You can take a bathroom break, but… Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

Keep your notes on the scratch paper in an organized way. 25 Test Taking Tips Keep your notes on the scratch paper in an organized way. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

25 Test Taking Tips If taking the paper test, be sure the answer oval corresponds to the question number. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

Be aware of the time & pace yourself. 25 Test Taking Tips 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). Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

Can’t leave early so use the time wisely to review your work. 25 Test Taking Tips Can’t leave early so use the time wisely to review your work. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

If you are forced to speed up, do so efficiently. Don’t panic. 25 Test Taking Tips If you are forced to speed up, do so efficiently. Don’t panic. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

Know the four types of multiple choice questions. (See speaker notes) 25 Test Taking Tips Know the four types of multiple choice questions. (See speaker notes) Roman Numerals –Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following –Form a sentence by replacing with each answer choice. Complete the Statement – Read the sentence with your choice Multiple-choice with qualifiers – Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

Read all the possible answers before selecting one. 25 Test Taking Tips Read all the possible answers before selecting one. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

Understand “Back Solving” to answer a question. 25 Test Taking Tips Understand “Back Solving” to answer a question. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

Wear earplugs or earphones if you are easily distracted. 25 Test Taking Tips Wear earplugs or earphones if you are easily distracted. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

If you are nervous, see if chewing gum is allowed. 25 Test Taking Tips If you are nervous, see if chewing gum is allowed. Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

Consider the context set up by the question stem. 25 Test Taking Tips Consider the context set up by the question stem. Which of the following…. (substitute the answer choices) Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.

25 Test Taking Tips Any Questions? Four types of multiple-choice question formats: Roman Numerals – most difficult because it allows for more than one correct answer. Strategy: Assess each answer before looking at the Roman Numeral choices. Which of the following – only one is correct. Strategy: Form a sentence by replacing the first part of the question (the stem) with each answer choice? Is it reasonable? Underline key information. Complete the Statement – fill in the blank. Multiple-choice with qualifiers – qualifiers such as NOT, LEAST, and EXCEPT will be written in ALL CAPS. Focus on them. Strategy: Circle the qualifier. Remember, you are looking for the exception. Remember the story about the contestant on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” – California (nia) Final Answer Decide before the test which answer choice you will use on pure guesses. (1) The first answer choice you can’t eliminate (2) B always. Remember the study of the monkeys with random guesses.