How the PSAT 8/9 is Structured
The PSAT 8/9 takes 2 hours and 25 minutes and includes 3 tests: (1) the Reading Test, (2) the Writing and Language Test, and (3) the Math Test. Most of the questions are multiple choice, though some of the math questions ask you to write in the answer rather than select it.
The following table shows how much time you get for each test and the number of questions for each test:
| Section | Length (minutes) | Number of Questions/Tasks |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 55 | 42 |
| Writing and Language | 30 | 40 |
| Math | 60 | 38 |
| Total | 145 | 120 |