Foundations of Reading (190)

The test code for Foundations of Reading (190) has been discontinued and replaced by Foundations of Reading (890). This is a change in test code only. No changes have been made to the test framework or test content.

Format

Computer-based test (CBT) and online proctored test; 100 multiple-choice questions, 2 written assignments

Time

Computer-Based Testing
4 hours and 15 minutes total appointment time

15 minutes for CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement
4 hours testing time

Online Proctoring
4 hours and 30 minutes total appointment time

15 minutes for tutorial and nondisclosure agreement
2 hours 30 minutes for the multiple-choice questions
15 minutes for optional break
1 hour 30 minutes for the open-response assignments

Breaks

Computer-Based Testing
You may take restroom breaks during testing. Time taken for breaks is considered part of the available testing time.

Online Proctoring
Optional 15-minute break between multiple-choice section and open-response section

Passing Score

240

Test Fees

$139
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Score Reporting

Computer-Based Testing
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Candidates will receive a receipt of completion at the conclusion of their test center appointment.

Online Proctoring
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Score reports may be delayed for up to 2 weeks for candidates taking this test via online proctoring.
Candidates taking an online-proctored test will not receive a receipt of completion when their test ends.

Notes

This test includes written assignments that may require use of an on-screen character selector for inserting special characters into written responses.

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Tests may include questions that will not count toward candidates' scores. These questions are placed on the test to collect information about how well they perform under actual testing conditions.

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