Question about the TEAS

VictoriaM · Mar 3, 2009

It's hard to gauge, because the science has the fewest number of questions, but it's such a vast array of information. So it's kind of a crapshoot of what they will ask you. I do recall that on my test, anytime the question required the periodic table, they provided it, so you do not need to actually memorize the table. Just know how the different elements would interact, and what the numbers on the element blocks mean.

msnapplicant · Mar 3, 2009

I think it will be better bet to study more broadly than in-depth. You don't have to memorize any #s (like ATP) although I cannot of course guarantee that. I remember 2-3 general questions about geology.

msdimplescsuf · Mar 3, 2009

I had the same question when I was going to take the test and I will say that as long as you have had previous science classes you will do fine. I scored a 87% on the science and didnt study much because I spent most of my time studying math. My questions were mostly about experiments and hypotheses. For example and researchers experiment went like this blah blah blah...What was he trying to study A. B. C. or D. or I had one question say something like a container had liquids 1 2 3 liquid 3 floated to the top of 2 and 1. ANother continer liquid 1 4 and 3 in which 4 floated on top of 1 and 3. what was the order of the liquids if they were in the same container?? which the answer would be 4, 3, 1...Something like that so as long as you understand density you will get that one right. Another about genetics. I didn't think it went into as much depth as the study guide gave but like I said if you took science pre-requisites you will be fine. Hope I didnt confuse you lol.

Cyn2school · Mar 4, 2009

You can also take a couple of "pre" TEA'S test online @ ATI...not cheap but at least you don't walk in "cold" to take the TEA's test that counts @ your college....I did and it helped me a lot, about 15 points. For some reason mine had a fair amount of logic...

suzanne922 · Mar 4, 2009

I took the Teas in February. I recommend buying the $30.00 ATI online assessment test. The format is the same as on the actual test, if your test is computerized. Some of the science questions required you to decide what the outcome would be, for example, an experiment steps 1 through 4 would be given and you would have to find what the best answer would be for step 5. I didn't have any in-depth questions about ATP, but there were questions about the periodic table and elements. Most questions were general, but I could see where one could get confused if they thought too deep about the answers. Just review the ATI study guides and online test, and it should give you a good idea what the test will be like. Good Luck!!

2ndTimesACharm · Mar 5, 2009

I agree w/everyone else that a broad overview of science is helpful...don't worry about going too in-depth about any one thing. The following are topics I remember having on my test on 2/28:

1) know the formula for velocity

2) know metric conversions

3) review what can cause 2 mountain ranges to separate (i.e. erosion, faulting, etc)

4) know which elements on the table are more likely to give/share electrons

5) review the scientific method (know independent vs. dependent variables)

6) review plate tetonics

7) know your F to C and C to F conversions

This is all I can remember from my test. The science part was difficult -- while I was taking it I thought for sure I was flunking it -- but I ended up scoring an 80% on the section. Study and review all you can, go into the test with confidence, and if you don't know the answer, make your best guess.

GOOD LUCK TO YOU :)

dblpn · Mar 6, 2009

For everyone out there who has taken the TEAS test, I have a question. I am taking the test at the beginning of April and really want to know how "in-depth" I need to be for the information. The Kaplan study guide breaks down biology starting from the process of metabolism. Were there really questions on the test about how our body uses ATP and how it's formed? And does it go this in-depth with chemistry, geology and physics? I only have one shot at this test (our school does not allow make-up tests) so I need to know how in-depth I need to study. And, do I have to memorize the periodic table and the different groups and periods and how many amus are in each element? Thanks for the input!

i took the teas for lpn admission and passed it on the first try. truthfully, i didnt study and i was so angry because i just knew i flunked the test. we took it over the computer and got the results in a mattter of minutes. they asked a lot of experimental questions, chem, anatomy, stuff about rocks, food chain cycle. just brush up on general science and you'll do fine.