Course info

The Science test provides evidence of a test taker's ability to use science content knowledge, apply 
principles of scientific inquiry, and interpret and evaluate scientific information. Most of the questions 
in the test are associated with stimulus materials that provide descriptions of scientific investigations 
and their results. Scientific information is based on reports that might be found in scientific journals. 
Graphs, tables, and charts are used to present information and results.
 The science situations use material from a variety of content areas such as: physics, chemistry, botany, 
zoology, health, and astronomy. The questions may ask test takers to identify the research question 
of interest, select the best design for a specific research question, and recognize conclusions that can 
be drawn from results. Test takers also may be asked to evaluate the adequacy of procedures and 
distinguish among hypotheses, assumptions, and observations. This test may contain some questions 
that will not count toward your score.