The current format
| Assessment | Online multiple choice, 60 questions. |
|---|---|
| Time | 150 minutes. The official timer cannot be paused or restarted. |
| Skills | Mathematical computations; reading and data interpretation; written communication. |
| Calculator | Permitted according to the study guide. Follow your current exam instructions. |
| Intake | Continuous applications, subject to meeting the stated minimum qualifications. |
| After the exam | The bulletin specifies a 70% qualifying score and 12-month eligibility. Taking the exam triggers a 12-month retake restriction. |
Sources: CalCareers EX-4774 bulletin and official Analyst I study guide (PDF). These are official requirements, not PSP practice scoring rules.
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What our free sample does
It gives you five questions in each skill area, followed by your answers, explanations and suggestions for further study. The questions are original PSP material. We do not reproduce confidential or recalled test questions.
This 15-question sample is untimed. Its equal split between the three skills is our design choice, not a claim about the weighting of the official exam. It does not cover every topic or establish your likely official score.
Use the official free guide too
The official guide is your starting reference for the exam. Read it before making a preparation purchase. Our sample adds a short practice session and worked explanations; it does not replace the official instructions.
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