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Test Structure
Mathematics (211/212/213) 

Introduction

CSET: Mathematics consists of three separate subtests, each composed of both multiple-choice and constructed-response questions. Each subtest is scored separately.

For the Single Subject Teaching Credential in Mathematics, you must pass Subtests I, II, and III. This credential authorizes teaching all mathematics coursework.

The structure of the examination is shown in the tables below. 

Table outlining the test format, number of questions, time, and passing score.
Test Name CSET: Mathematics
Test Code
  • Subtest I (test code 211)
  • Subtest II (test code 212)
  • Subtest III (test code 213)
Time
  • Subtest I: 2 hours and 30 minutes 
  • Subtest II: 2 hours and 30 minutes 
  • Subtest III: 2 hours
Number of Questions
  • Subtest I: 35 multiple-choice questions and 3 constructed-response questions
  • Subtest II: 35 multiple-choice questions and 3 constructed-response questions
  • Subtest III: 30 multiple-choice questions and 2 constructed-response questions
Proportions of subtest sections used to determine overall score
  • Subtest I: 70% multiple-choice questions and 30% constructed-response questions
  • Subtest II: 70% multiple-choice questions and 30% constructed-response questions
  • Subtest III: 70% multiple-choice questions and 30% constructed-response questions
Format Computer-based test (CBT) 

Test Structure

Table outlining test content subject weighting by domain.
Subtest Domain Number of Multiple-Choice Questions Number of Constructed-Response Questions
I Number and Quantity 10 1 extended
I Algebra 25 2 extended
Subtest I Total 35 3 extended
II Geometry 25 2 extended
II Probability and Statistics 10 1 extended
Subtest II Total 35 3 extended
III Calculus 30 2 extended
Subtest III Total 30 2 extended

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