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Founded in 1900, the College Board was created to expand access to higher education. Today, the membership association is made up of more than 6,000 of the world’s leading educational institutions and is dedicated to promoting excellence and equity in education. Each year, the 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.  \nFor further information, [visit](visit collegeboard.org)[ collegeboard.org](visit collegeboard.org).  \nThe PSAT 8/9  \nThe PSAT™ 8/9 is the first test in the SAT Suite of Assessments. It sets a readiness baseline, allowing students and teachers to pinpoint areas for focused practice as students progress through high school.  \nContact Us  \n[EMAIL:](EMAIL: psathelp@info.collegeboard.org)[ psathelp@info.collegeboard.org](EMAIL: psathelp@info.collegeboard.org)[ ](EMAIL: psathelp@info.collegeboard.org)PHONE:  \n􀂃 866-433-7728 (U. S.)  \n􀂃 +1-212-713-8105 (International)  \nHOURS OF OPERATION:  \n8 a.m.–9 p.m. ET  \n© 2018 The College Board. College Board, Advanced Placement Program, AP, SAT, and the acorn logo are registered trademarks of the College Board. PSAT is a trademark owned by the College Board. PSAT/NMSQT is a registered trademark of the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. Visit the College Board on the web: [collegeboard.org](collegeboard.org).  \nKhan Academy is a registered trademark in the United States and other jurisdictions.  \n2 2018-19 PSAT 8/9 Student Guide  \nContents  \n5 The PSAT 8/9: What Do You Need to Know?  \n5 Test Dates  \n5 What Does the PSAT 8/9 Measure?  \n5 Why Take the Test?  \n5 Who Can Help If You Have Questions?  \n5 What Should You Bring on Test Day?  \n5 How Do You Prepare?  \n5 PSAT 8/9 Scores  \n5 Testing Accommodations  \n6 Test Regulations  \n6 Prohibited Devices and Aids  \n6 Grounds for Score Cancellation  \n7 Test Fairness Review  \n7 Questioning a Test Question  \n7 Additional Policies  \n8 Evidence-Based Reading and Writing  \n8 Reading Test Overview  \n9 Reading Test: Sample Questions  \n11 Writing and Language Test Overview  \n12 Writing and Language Test: Sample Questions  \n15 Math  \n15 Math Test Overview  \n18 Math Test – No Calculator: Sample Questions  \n21 Math Test – Calculator: Sample Questions  \n24 Sample Answer Sheet  \nStudent Guide 2018-19 PSAT 8/9 3  \nThe PSAT 8/9: What Do You Need to Know?  \n\n| Test Dates\u003Cbr>September 24, 2018–March 29, 2019\u003Cbr>April 1–April 26, 2019 |\n| --- |\n| What Does the\u003Cbr>PSAT 8/9 Measure?\u003Cbr>The PSAT™ 8/9 measures reading, writing and language, and math skills learned both in and out of school.\u003Cbr>You won’t be asked to recall facts from literature, history, or science, or to complete math formulas, because this test measures your reasoning and critical thinking skills. |\n| Why Take the Test?\u003Cbr>􀂃 You’ll see where your strengths are and where you can improve during middle or high school.\u003Cbr>􀂃 If you’re in the ninth grade, your test results will let you know if you should check out\u003Cbr>AP® World History or AP European History. Go to[apstudent.collegeboard.org](apstudent.collegeboard.org) for more information.\u003Cbr>􀂃 Once you’ve taken the test, the College Board can connect you with educational access organizations that want to expand your opportunities. These nonprofit organizations include Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program, The Jackie Robinson Foundation, United Negro College","cbCaihf4HHPgg2Wk","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaihf4HHPgg2Wk","pdf",1506071,24,"English","# The PSAT 8/9: What Do You Need to Know?\n## Test Dates\n## What Does the PSAT 8/9 Measure?\n## Why Take the Test?\n## Who Can Help If You Have Questions?\n## What Should You Bring on Test Day?\n## How Do You Prepare?\n## PSAT 8/9 Scores\n## Testing Accommodations\n## Test Regulations\n## Prohibited Devices and Aids\n## Grounds for Score Cancellation\n## Test Fairness Review\n## Evidence-Based Reading and Writing\n## Reading Test Overview\n## Reading Test: Sample Questions\n## Writing and Language Test Overview\n## Writing and Language Test: Sample Questions\n## Math\n## Math Test Overview\n## Math Test – No Calculator: Sample Questions\n## Math Test – Calculator: Sample Questions","[{\"question\":\"What does the PSAT 8/9 measure?\",\"answer\":\"The PSAT 8/9 measures reading, writing and language, and math skills learned in and out of school, emphasizing reasoning and critical thinking rather than memorizing facts or completing formulas.\"},{\"question\":\"Why should a student take the PSAT 8/9?\",\"answer\":\"It helps students find strengths and improvement areas during middle or high school. 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