PSAT/NMSQT prep 2026

Part 1: The PSAT and you. Inside the PSAT

Part 2: PSAT math

Prerequisite skills and calculator use

The method for PSAT math questions

Part 2A: Algebra

Linear equations and graphs

Systems of linear equations

Linear functions

Part 2B: Problem-Solving and data analysis. Rates, rations, proportions, percents, and units

Tables, statistics, and probability

Part 2C: Advanced math.

Absolute value and nonlinear functions

Quadratics

Part 2D: Geometry and trigonometry. Geometry and trigonometry

Part 3: Reading and writing. The method for PSAT reading and writing questions

Information and ideas

Craft and structure

Expression of ideas

Standard English conventions

Part 4: Countdown to test day. Countdown to test day

Practice test