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Mathematics (Elementary) (089)

Paper-Based Test

Format	Paper-based test (PBT) 80 multiple-choice questions
Time	up to 4 hours 30 minutes
Test Session	. Morning or afternoon, examinees will be assigned to either session: Morning session: 7:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Afternoon session: 1:00 p.m.–6:15 p.m. Review test session information and scheduling guidelines for paper-based testing.
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	Bring a graphing calculator to the test. See "Approved Graphing Calculators" below for a list of approved models.
Prepare	Review preparation materials for this test.
Endorsement Code	EX

Computer-Based Test

Format	Computer-based test (CBT) 80 multiple-choice questions
Time	2 hours 30 minutes
Test Dates	By appointment year-round, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays) Check appointment availability .
Test Sites	Located in Michigan and nationwide Find the nearest test center .
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	Bring a graphing calculator to the test. See "Approved Graphing Calculators" below for a list of approved models.
Prepare	Review preparation materials for this test.
Endorsement Code	EX

Approved Graphing Calculators

Note that the list of approved graphing calculators for paper-based testing is different than the list for computer-based testing. Make sure to review the appropriate list for your test.

Paper-based testing. Examinees taking the Mathematics (Elementary) test must bring their own graphing calculator but may not bring a calculator manual. Graphing calculators will not be provided at the test administration. Only the brands and models listed below may be used. Approved calculator brands and models are subject to change; if there is a change, examinees will be notified. Test administration staff will clear the memory of your calculator both before and after testing. Therefore, be sure to back up the memory on your calculator, including applications, to an external device before arriving at the test site.

Manufacturer	Approved Models
Casio	Algebra FX 2.0, CFX-9850G Plus, CFX-9850Ga, CFX-9850Ga Plus, CFX-9850GB Plus, CFX-9850GB Plus-we, CFX-9850GC Plus, FX 1.0 Plus, FX-7400G, FX-7400G Plus, FX-9750G Plus
Hewlett-Packard	HP 49g+
Sharp	EL-9600c, EL-9900
Texas Instruments	TI-73, TI-81, TI-83, TI-83 Plus, TI-83 Plus Silver Edition, TI-84, TI-84 Plus, TI-84 Plus C Silver Edition, TI-84 Plus Silver Edition, TI-85, TI-86, TI-89, TI-89 Titanium, TI-Nspire Handheld with the TI-84 Plus Keypad*
*Examinees using the TI-Nspire Handheld may not remove the TI-84 Plus Keypad while testing. Violation of this rule, or any other test site rule, may result in the voiding of your scores.

Computer-based testing. Examinees taking the Mathematics (Elementary) computer-based test must bring their own graphing calculator but may not bring a calculator manual. Graphing calculators will not be provided at the test session. Only the brand and models listed below may be used. Approved calculator brands and models are subject to change; if there is a change, examinees will be notified. Test administration staff will clear the memory of your calculator both before and after testing. Therefore, be sure to back up the memory on your calculator, including applications, to an external device before arriving at the test center.

Manufacturer	Approved Models
Texas Instruments	TI-73, TI-83, TI-83 Plus, TI-83 Plus Silver Edition, TI-84, TI-84 Plus, TI-84 Plus C Silver Edition, TI-84 Plus Silver Edition, TI-Nspire Handheld with the TI-84 Plus Keypad*
*Examinees using the TI-Nspire Handheld may not remove the TI-84 Plus Keypad while testing. Violation of this rule, or any other test site rule, may result in the voiding of your scores.

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