PSAT 10 Student Guide - Spring 2020

Sep 27, 2026

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PSAT 10 Student Guide (Spring 2020) provides directions, scoring explanations, and preparation guidance for the Reading Test, Writing and Language Test, and the Math Test. It explains what the test measures, how sections and component scores are calculated, what score ranges to expect, and what you need to know before, during, and after test day. The guide also covers account creation, accommodations, student privacy, test security and fairness, device policies, and includes sample test materials and questions.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages48

Reading Time2 h 1 min

AccessFree to download

Using This Guide

Before Test Day

How to Prepare

On Test Day

After Test Day

Evidence-Based Reading and Writing

Sample Reading Test Materials

Writing and Language Test Overview

Sample Writing and Language Test Materials

Math

Test Day Policies and Privacy

Useful Resources

Spring 2020 Student Guide PSAT 10 information Test-taking advice and tips Directionsand sample test questions About College Board College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization that connects students to college success and opportunity. Founded in 1900, College Board was created to expand access to higher education. Today, the membership association is made up of over 6,000 of the world’s leading educational institutions and is dedicated to promoting excellence and equity in education. Each year, College Board helps more than seven million students prepare for a successful transition to college through programs and services in college readiness and college success—including the SAT® and the Advanced Placement® Program. The organization also serves the education community through research and advocacy on behalf of students, educators, and schools. For further information, [visit](visit collegeboard.org)[ collegeboard.org](visit collegeboard.org). PSAT 10 Customer Service You can reach us [from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET](from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET) ([9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET](9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET), mid-June to mid-August), Monday to Friday. PHONE: 866-433-7728 INTERNATIONAL: +1-212-713-8105 [EMAIL:](EMAIL: psathelp@info.collegeboard.org)[ psathelp@info.collegeboard.org](EMAIL: psathelp@info.collegeboard.org) [MAIL:](MAIL: PSAT 10)[ PSAT 10](MAIL: PSAT 10) P.O. Box 6720 Princeton, NJ 08541-6720 © 2019 College Board. College Board, Advanced Placement, AP, SAT, Student Search Service, and the acorn logo are registered trademarks of College Board. PSAT is a trademark owned by College Board. BigFuture and SAT Subject Tests are trademarks owned by College Board. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. Visit College Board on the web: [collegeboard.org](collegeboard.org). Khan Academy is a registered trademark in the United States and other jurisdictions. 2 2020 PSAT 10 Student Guide Contents 5 Using This Guide 5 What the PSAT 10 Measures 5 How the PSAT 10 Is Organized 6 How the PSAT 10 Is Scored 6 What Scores You Will Receive 7 Before Test Day 7 Create a College Board Account 7 If You Need Testing Accommodations 7 Student Search Service 8 How to Prepare 8 Instant Practice Test Scoring with Scan and Score 9 On Test Day 9 Items to Bring for Testing 9 Test Security and Fairness Policies 10 Phones and Electronic Devices Policy 10 Taking the Test 11 Protecting Your Privacy: Use of Student Information 12 After Test Day 12 Test Fairness Review 12 Test Question Inquiries 12 Useful Resources 13 Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 13 Reading Test Overview 14 Sample Reading Test Materials 15 Reading Test Questions 21 Writing and Language Test Overview 22 Sample Writing and Language Test Materials 23 Writing and Language Test Questions 29 Math 29 Math Test Overview 29 Calculator Use 30 Answering Student-Produced Response Questions 30 Tips for the Math Test 30 Sample Math Test Materials 31 Math Test – No Calculator Questions 35 Math Test – Calculator Questions 39 What You Need to Know About Taking the PSAT 10 39 PSAT 10 Terms and Conditions Student Guide 2020 PSAT 10 3 4 2020 PSAT 10 Student Guide Using This Guide Taking the PSAT 10 is a great way to find out how ready you are for college and career. Just as important, taking the PSAT 10 connects you to College Board programs and services that can propel you toward the opportunities you’ve earned through your own hard work. We’ve created this guide to help you: 􀂃 Become familiar with the test so you’re not surprised or confused on test day. 􀂃 Learn the test directions. The directions for answering the questions in this guide are the same as those on the actual test. 􀂃 Review the sample questions. The more familiar you are with the question formats, the more comfortable you’ll feel when you see similar questions on the actual test. In particular, be su

FAQs

What does the PSAT 10 measure?

The PSAT 10 focuses on the skills and knowledge at the heart of education, including what students learn in high school and what they need to succeed in college and career training.

How are PSAT 10 multiple-choice questions scored?

Each correct multiple-choice answer earns one point, with no points subtracted for incorrect answers or unanswered questions. The guide also encourages answering every question because there is no penalty for guessing.

What should students do before test day and during the test?

Students should create a College Board account, review guidance on testing accommodations and student search services, and prepare using sample questions. On test day, they must follow item-to-bring guidance, test security and fairness policies, and the phones/electronic devices policy.

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