PSAT Prep Toolkit
4-week study plan with practice resources
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Before You Start
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4-Week Study Plan
Foundation Week
Focus: Diagnostic & Setup
Monday: Register and create accounts (30 min)
Tuesday: Take diagnostic test (2.5 hours)
Wednesday: Review diagnostic results (45 min)
Thursday: Identify weak areas & make study plan (30 min)
Friday: Set up Khan Academy, explore resources (30 min)
Weekend: Light practice, get comfortable with format (1 hour)
Why PSAT Matters in 10th
✅ Practice run: Get comfortable with format before 11th grade
✅ Baseline score: Know where you stand early
✅ No pressure: Doesn't count for National Merit yet
✅ Free prep: Qualifies you for free SAT prep tools
Test Structure
Score Benchmarks (10th Grade)
Remember: 10th grade scores typically improve by 100-200 points by 11th grade
Test Day Checklist
- ☐ Photo ID
- ☐ Admission ticket
- ☐ #2 pencils (4+)
- ☐ Approved calculator
- ☐ Watch (no smart watches)
- ☐ Snacks and water
- ☐ Extra batteries
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