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A strong TEAS test prep plan should include targeted practice in each subject area. If you need extra help in a specific section, click one of the subjects below to get started on a subject-specific TEAS 7 practice test.
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TEAS 7 Test Outline
Top 5 Hardest TEAS Questions
Now that you know more about the exam, try your hand at some targeted practice!
Over the last year, we’ve compiled the data from about 30,000 test-takers who tried their hand at the practice test at the top of this page. According to the data, around 70% of people answered these five questions incorrectly.
Answer each question and read through the answer explanation, whether you got the answer right or wrong. This will help you ensure you’ve got the topic mastered.
Whether you struggled with these questions or aced them on your first try, be sure to take the full practice test to get a better idea of how prepared you really are!
1. In a few months, a 4th grade science class will be competing with another class to see who can produce the tallest plants. In preparation for this, the class conducts an experiment in which groups of plants are given different liquids. Eight plants are divided into four groups of two. Each group is watered with 200 mL per week of one the following solutions: pure water, diet soda, 1% bleach solution, and 1% salt solution. All plants receive the recommended amount of light for the duration of the test.
After one month, only three plants are alive. Both plants that received water are alive and healthy, and one of the two that received diet soda is alive but appears unhealthy. Based on these results, which of the following would be a good hypothesis to design the next experiment around?
The idea that salt has no impact on plant health (choice B) has already been shown to be false. While not as definitively shown, the results of the experiment also suggest that a combination of solutions (choice D) would be inferior to pure water.
2. Examine the data below before answering the question:
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Which of the following best describes a flaw of this survey as it is described?
As far as whether the age distribution accurately reflected the population, we don’t have enough information to say if that was a problem or not. Finally, selecting one randomly chosen individual per address is a reasonable sampling method that helps prevent overrepresentation of households and does not represent a flaw.
3. Which of the following sentences has a complex sentence structure?
Choices A and C both contain two independent clauses, so they are compound sentences. A compound sentence is one in which there are two or more independent clauses.
While choice D does contain a dependent clause, it also contains more than one independent clause. Sentences that contain multiple independent clauses and a dependent clause are considered compound-complex sentences because they are a combination of a compound sentence and a complex sentence. This means that choice D is incorrect.
4. Which of the following scenarios would call for revision of any informal language to formal language? Select all that apply.
5. Which of the following anatomical structures are commonly classified as endocrine structures that produce hormones? Select all that apply.
The penis is a structure of the reproductive system that responds to hormones, but it does not produce them. The uterus is also a reproductive structure that is strongly influenced by hormones (specifically those released from the ovaries and placenta) but is not typically classified as an endocrine structure. The pons is located in the brain stem and relays nerve signals that coordinate messages between the brain and the body. The pericardium is a structural component of the cardiovascular system.
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How the TEAS is Scored
The good news is there is no defined way to “pass” the TEAS exam. Because the exam is used purely as an evaluative tool, meant to gauge how well you’ll be able to handle nursing school curriculum, what qualifies you as “passing” the exam is ultimately up to the programs you’re planning to apply to.
Since TEAS score expectations vary by program, it also helps to review common nursing school requirements before you apply.
You will have access to your scores within 48 hours of your testing date. As it stands, the TEAS splits its scores into sections. Each question category has its own score, as well as the test sections themselves, alongside one big score compiled from your scores on the test sections. Once your scores are released, they’ll go to your nursing program of choice.
*Total and Content Area scores are adjusted to account for differences across forms (different versions of the TEAS exam).
TEAS Score Requirements
To give you an idea of how varied the score requirements can be from school to school, here are a few examples of the TEAS score requirements from different schools across the country:
| College/University | TEAS Score Requirements | |
|---|---|---|
 | University of Texas Austin | 65% |
 | University of Houston | 60% |
 | Indiana University | 65% |
 | Georgia College | 70% |
 | University of New Mexico | 58.7% |
 | University of San Diego | 80% |
 | University of Central Florida | 78% |
 | West Coast University | 58.7% |
 | North Shore Community College | Reading: 69% Math: 73% Science: 50% English: 66.7% |
 | North Virginia Community College | 70% |
 | Harford Community College | 58.7% |
 | Collin College | 65% |
Practice for the TEAS the Best Way
Start with a TEAS Practice Test
Before creating your study schedule, take a TEAS practice test to establish a starting point. You do not need to wait until you have reviewed every topic. At this stage, the goal is to identify where your preparation time will have the greatest effect.
Review your results by content area:
- Reading: Can you identify main ideas, evaluate supporting details, interpret text structure, and use information from charts and graphs?
- Mathematics: Are you comfortable using fractions, percentages, ratios, algebra, and geometry?
- Science: Do you need more work in anatomy and physiology, biology, chemistry, or scientific reasoning?
- English and Language Usage: Are grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, spelling, or vocabulary causing problems?
When you ask yourself these questions, it will help expose the areas that you struggle with the most so that you know which areas need more attention during your study time.
Review Difficult Questions
After each practice session, review every question you got wrong AND every question you guessed on or answered with low confidence. Guessing correctly doesn’t show that you’ve mastered the material.
For each difficult question, determine which of the following caused the problem:
- You didn’t know the topic/concept at all.
- You knew the concept but misread the question.
- You made a calculation error.
- You eliminated a correct answer for the wrong reason.
- You struggled with the question format.
- You spent too long trying to figure out the answer.
Then, start outlining a specific plan of improvement based on what you’ve determined. In other words, don’t just say “I need to study science more.” Instead, note that you need to review the path of blood through the heart or revisit the different types of chemical reactions.
Utilize Answer Explanations
Answer explanations are an underutilized studying resource. To take full advantage of this information, read the explanation for every question you found difficult, including questions you answered correctly.
For each one, make sure you confidently state:
- Why the correct answer is correct
- Why each incorrect option is wrong
- What rule, formula, or concept is being tested
- How the same concept might appear in a different question
An answer explanation on its own will likely just clarify one question without expounding on the entire underlying topic. If the explanation isn’t enough for you to fully grasp the concept at hand, return to your studying material before completing more questions on that topic.
Study TEAS Concepts, Not Individual Questions
Memorizing the answer to a practice question won’t prepare you for a new question on the same topic. Your goal should be to recognize and apply the underlying concept to any question that’s asked about it.
The odds that you have the exact same questions on your test are probably pretty low, so if you only know the right answers on the practice test, but you don’t know why each answer is the right answer, then you may not do as well as you hope.
If you can explain a concept without looking at your notes, it’s a good sign that you’ve mastered it.
Practice TEAS Pacing
Each of the four TEAS content areas is timed separately. Practice deciding when to continue working on a question and when to make your best guess and move on. Time left in one section can’t be held over to give you extra time during the next section.
Once you’ve finished a section on the actual exam, there’s no going back. Your timed practice should prepare you to make final decisions within each section instead of relying on being able to review everything at the end of the test.
TEAS Test Online Prep Course
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- 100+ Review Lessons Covering Every Topic
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TEAS Practice Methods
Try using the following methods, as you begin taking practice tests:
- Remove Limitations. Try taking the TEAS practice test without time limitations, open notes, and with TEAS study guide in hand. Obviously, try not to depend on these resources but have them available.
- Time Yourself. When you take the second practice test, keep all of the same resources, but time yourself to practice learning how to pace yourself for the test.
- Simulate Test Day. After taking the first two TEAS practice tests, take every other practice test as if it is test day. Time yourself, eliminate all outside resources, sit at a desk, and pretend like you are at the actual testing facility. Do the best that you can to answer the questions correctly and in a timely manner.
- Keep Practicing. After you have finished simulating test day, keep practicing. The more you practice, the more comfortable and confident you will be on test day.
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FAQs
To help you prepare for the exam, you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions about the exam listed below.
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Do I need to bring a calculator with me?
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No, a four-function calculator will be provided if you are taking an in-person exam. If you are taking the computer version of the exam, a drop-down calculator will be embedded in the exam.
You won’t have access to a formula sheet to reference, so you’ll need to know most formulas by heart. Check out this free TEAS math formula sheet to get started!
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Can you use scratch paper on the TEAS?
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Yes, you will be permitted to use a blank sheet of paper during the exam. Your paper must be blank before the exam begins, and you cannot use your scratch paper during any breaks.
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How is the TEAS scored?
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The TEAS is scored using a combination of your total score and content area scores for each section of the exam. Since the exam is used purely for evaluation purposes, there isn’t technically a set passing score—the score you need will depend on which school/program you apply for.
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When will I get my TEAS results?
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Depending on the school, you will generally receive your TEAS scores as soon as you complete the exam. In some cases, you will receive your scores 48 hours after taking the exam. Contact the school or testing center to find out what their permissions are.
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How much is the TEAS test?
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If you get the score your school is looking for or above, congratulations! If you don’t do as well as you hoped, you have the option to retest. This will cost the same amount as your initial taking of the exam, which is $60-$140, depending on the location. You may also have to pay another fee for any extra schools you wish to ship your scores to. We urge you to keep in mind that certain programs may have limits on the number of retests.
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How many times can I take the TEAS exam?
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How many times you can take the TEAS exam depends on the school’s requirements. On average, you are allowed to take the exam three times per year. How long you are required to wait between testing attempts will also depend on the school’s requirements.
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How do I prepare for the ATI TEAS Version 7?
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Whether this is your first time taking the test or one of several, we strive to provide you with all of the tools you’ll need to study to the best of your ability. This is why we have put together thorough resources to help you prepare; whether the online TEAS Prep Course, the TEAS test study guide, or the TEAS flashcards. We at Mometrix Test Preparation care about your success and want to see you progress toward the nursing career of your dreams.
Good luck, and study hard!
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