The material on the test ranges from Algebra I and II, trigonometry, analytic geometry, and pre-calculus with problems adjusted for the middle school level.
This test requires the use of a calculator, knowledge of a few crucial formulas, and much speed and intensity.
[1]In this event, plenty of practice is necessary in order to master the locations of the keys and develop the speed necessary.
The test covers an extremely wide range of science topics from biology to chemistry to physics.
[1] Questions can be on the basic principles of a science, the history of it, major scientists from that field, and data analysis.
Individual schools that are members of TMSCA can host invitational competitions using TMSCA-released tests.
[2] The statewide competitions are held at the University of Texas at San Antonio campus during spring.
These competitions can often serve as practice for statewide UIL tournaments, which occur shortly after, and for middle school students are their only opportunity to compete at the state level (UIL competitions at the middle school level do not go beyond district).
At the statewide competition, students have the opportunity to win scholarships based on their performance at the meet.
The Calculator Applications test multiplies 5 times the last question answered and deducts 9 points for incorrect or skipped questions, similar to Number Sense, but scratch work, markovers/erasures, and the use of a calculator are allowed.