TEAS
Test of Essential Academic Skills
The TEAS assessment consists of four subtests: Math, Science, English and Reading. Below is an explanation of each.
The MATH subtest measures knowledge of whole numbers, metric conversion, fractions and decimals, algebraic application, percentages, ratio/proportion and data interpretation.
There are 45 questions, 56 minutes allowed.
The SCIENCE subtest covers scientific reasoning, and life science, chemical science, physical sciences, human body science and general science.
There are 30 questions, 38 minutes allowed.
The ENGLISH subtest measures knowledge of punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, and contextual words and spelling.
There are 55 questions, 65 minutes allowed.
The READING subtest covers paragraph comprehension, passage comprehension, and inferences and conclusions.
There are 40 questions, 50 minutes allowed.
You may purchase a booklet and/or practice test on line at http://www.atitesting.com.
Two attempts are allowed to achieve the required 67%. This includes the exam taken elsewhere.
The next TEAS exam will be given November/December 2009.