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HSC minimum standard

Literacy and Numeracy Tests

Welcome to the HSC minimum standard tests

There are three tests.

Reading Test

The reading test assesses comprehension, grammar, punctuation, spelling and vocabulary.

Numeracy Test

The numeracy test assesses number, measurement, space, data and algebraic representation.

Writing Test

The writing test assesses structure and cohesion, vocabulary, grammar, punctuation and spelling.

Demonstration tests

The demonstration tests can be done at any time and do not require a PIN.

The three tests you can try are:

  • Reading
  • Numeracy
  • Writing
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Practice tests

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HSC minimum standard tests

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