Questions require problem-solving skills rather than simple memorization of material. Quantitative Reasoning - 30 items of mathematical problems and 10 items of applied mathematics. There are no advanced mathematics or calculus problems. A knowledge of basic first-year college mathematics and algebra is presumed. Each passage is followed by 16 or 17 questions which examine the ideas given in the passage.
Items covered include angle discrimination, form development, apertures, and paper folding.
A composite, or average score is included in your score on the test. Called the Academic Average, it is an average of the quantitative reasoning, reading comprehension, biology, and general and organic chemistry test scores. Check at local bookstores or at the Williams and Wilkins website mentioned above. The OAT is composed exclusively of multiple-choice test items. The first section, Survey of the Natural Sciences, covers biology, general chemistry, and organic chemistry.