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Chemistry (018)
This test is offered as a computer-based test (CBT) and as a paper-based test (PBT). Review the following information for details about each testing method.
Paper-Based Test
| Format |
Paper-based test (PBT) 100 multiple-choice questions |
|---|---|
| Time | up to 4 hours 30 minutes |
| Test Session | .
Morning or afternoon, examinees will be assigned to either session:
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| Test Dates |
Oct 15, 2016 Jan 14, 2017 Apr 22, 2017 Review the registration deadlines and score report dates. |
| Test Sites | Options vary by test date. View the site list. |
| Passing Score | 220 |
| Fees | $75 test fee. Additional fees may apply. Review complete fee and payment policy information. |
| Score Reporting | Scores are released approximately 4 weeks after the test date. Review the score report dates. |
| Notes | |
| Notes |
Scientific calculators are provided at the test site. See "Scientific
Calculators" below for more information. A periodic table is provided with your test. Review it now  .
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| Prepare | Review preparation materials for this test. |
| Endorsement Code | DC |
Computer-Based Test
| Format |
Computer-based test (CBT) 100 multiple-choice questions |
|---|---|
| Time | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Test Dates | By appointment year-round, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays) Check appointment availability  .
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| Test Sites | Located in Michigan and nationwide Find the nearest test center .
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| Passing Score | 220 |
| Fees | $130 test fee. Additional fees may apply. Review complete fee and payment policy information. |
| Score Reporting | Scores are released within 6 weeks of testing. View score report dates. |
| Notes |
An on-screen scientific calculator is provided with your test. Read more  .An on-screen periodic table is provided with your test. Review it now .
|
| Prepare | Review preparation materials for this test. |
| Endorsement Code | DC |
Scientific Calculators
Examinees taking the paper-based Chemistry test will be provided with one of the following models of scientific calculators at the test administration. The models distributed are subject to change; directions for use will not be provided at the test site. You may not use your own calculator or calculator manual for these tests.
- Texas Instruments TI-30X
- Texas Instruments TI-30X Solar
- Texas Instruments TI-30Xa
- Texas Instruments TI-30Xs
- Texas Instruments TI-30XIIs
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