psat MATH
psat MATH
PSAT Math Test Prep
Get clear explanations for any PSAT Math question, from systems of equations to trig ratios, and walk into test day ready for both modules.
814
Video Lessons
1,098
Practice Problems
30
Chapters
How to Use StudyPug for PSAT Math
Four steps, in the order a study session runs
1
Take a Diagnostic
Find out which of the 30 chapters to open first
2
Watch Video Lessons
Short videos that show the method, one step at a time
3
Practice Problems
Questions that adjust to your level, with instant feedback
4
The Whole Test, Timed
Both Math modules, on the test clock
What's on the PSAT Math Test
Four domains, weighted as the College Board sets them
Algebra
- Linear equations in one and two variables
- Linear functions
- Systems of linear equations and inequalities
Advanced Math
- Equivalent expressions and factoring
- Quadratic and other nonlinear equations
- Nonlinear functions and function notation
Problem-Solving and Data Analysis
- Ratios, rates and unit conversion
- Percentages and exponential growth
- Probability and scatterplots
Geometry and Trigonometry
- Lines, angles and triangles
- Right triangles and trig ratios
- Circles, volume and surface area
PSAT Math Study Guide
Start with your weakest chapter, or go in test order
Help
1. Linear equations in one variable
2. Linear functions
3. Linear equations in two variables
3. Systems of linear equations and inequalities
4. Linear inequalities
5. Equivalent expressions
6. Nonlinear equations in one variable
7. Nonlinear functions
8. Systems with nonlinear equations
9. Function notation and operations
10. Polynomial operations
11. Radicals and rational exponents
12. Rational expressions and equations
13. Ratios and rates
14. Percentages
15. Unit conversion and measurement
16. Scatterplots and association
17. Probability
18. Circles
19. Volume and surface area
20. Lines; angles; and triangles
21. Similar figures and proportionality
22. Right triangles and Pythagorean theorem
23. Trigonometric ratios
24. Coordinate geometry
25 Chapters · 123 Topics · 814 Videos
Everything You Need to Know About Math
Format and scoring, so there are no surprises on test day.
Total Duration
70 min
Two 35-minute modules
Score Range
160–760
Half of your 320–1520 total
Number of Questions
44
Multiple choice plus some write-in answers
Cost
Set by your school
Math is one of the two PSAT sections
What Is PSAT Math?
PSAT Math is the second section of the PSAT/NMSQT. You get 44 questions in two 35-minute modules, with a calculator allowed on all of them. Most are multiple choice. A few ask you to type in the answer.
Where PSAT Math students get stuck
Three places, reliably. Systems of linear equations, because the question hides the second equation in a sentence. Nonlinear equations in one variable, where completing the square feels slower than it is. Trigonometric ratios, which appear in only a handful of questions and are easy to let slip.
Each of those is its own chapter here, with lessons and practice sets of its own.
PSAT Math on the PSAT/NMSQT
Algebra and Advanced Math together make up about two thirds of the section. That is chapters 1 through 13 in this course, from Linear equations in one variable to Rational expressions and equations. Problem-Solving and Data Analysis adds percentages and probability. Geometry and Trigonometry covers circles, right triangles and coordinate geometry.
How the lessons work here
Start with the diagnostic. It takes about five minutes and tells you which chapters are costing you points. Each lesson is a short video that works one problem type from the first line to the answer. Then you practice. The questions adjust to how you are doing, and a wrong answer shows every step. When a chapter feels solid, the full practice test tells you whether it holds up on the clock.
PSAT Math FAQ
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Can I try PSAT Math before I subscribe?
Yes. Start the PSAT Math practice test, or work questions from Linear equations in one variable, and see how the step-by-step solutions read before you pay.
What does PSAT Math actually test?
Four domains. Algebra is about 35% of the questions and Advanced Math about 32.5%, so linear equations and quadratics carry most of your score. Problem-Solving and Data Analysis is about 20%, and Geometry and Trigonometry the last 12.5%.
Can I use a calculator on PSAT Math?
Yes, on every question in both modules. The Bluebook app has a graphing calculator built in, or you can bring an approved one to the test.
How is PSAT Math scored?
Math is scored 160–760 and makes up half of your 320–1520 total. The 44 questions come in two 35-minute modules, and the second module is harder or easier depending on how the first one went, so early accuracy matters more than speed.
Is PSAT Math harder than SAT Math?
No. It covers the same four domains with fewer questions and a lower top score. Anything you fix here, like completing the square or SOH-CAH-TOA, carries straight over to the SAT.
How much does it cost, and can I stop?
Plans run by the month, three months or six months, with prices on the pricing page. A plan opens all 814 PSAT Math video lessons, the whole practice test and a study plan built from it. You can cancel whenever your test is done.
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Last updated Sep 22, 2026
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