This math test taking checklist provides students with steps to follow when taking a math test, including reading directions and questions carefully, determining what the question is asking, selecting a problem-solving strategy, showing all work, checking answers, and choosing the best answer for multiple choice or writing a complete response for other questions. The checklist aims to help students successfully complete math test problems by following an organized process.

1. Math Test Taking
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☐ Read the directions, titles and any subheadings.
☐ Read the question twice (CAREFULLY).
☐ Rephrase the question in your own words.
☐ Determine what the question is asking you to
figure out.
☐ Circle key clue words.
☐ Select a strategy (CUBES, STEPS, BUGS,
ETC…)
☐ Simplify the problem showing ALL work.
☐ Check your work.
☐ Evaluate the reasonableness of your answer.
☐ Eliminate choices for multiple-choice problems.
☐ Select the best answer choice.
☐ Circle your final answer for constructed
response questions. Be sure to answer all parts of
the question directly using complete sentences.
Mrs. Winfield-Corbett’s Class