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Simplify the expression: 3(x - 4) + 2x.

x - 12

5x - 4

6x - 12

5x - 12

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Key Facts: USTET Exam

USTET is UST's 100% multiple-choice entrance test with four subtests (Mental Ability, English, Mathematics, Science); the final rating is 80% test score plus 20% average grades, and the basic college fee is PHP 600.

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1Complete the number series: 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, ___

A.21

B.18

C.20

D.23

Explanation: This is the Fibonacci sequence: each term is the sum of the two terms before it. Since 8 + 13 = 21, the next number is 21.

2In rolling a single fair six-sided die, what is the probability of getting a perfect square?

A.1/6

B.1/3

C.1/4

D.1/2

Explanation: The perfect squares from 1 to 6 are 1 and 4, giving 2 favorable outcomes out of 6 equally likely outcomes. So the probability is 2/6 = 1/3.

3The sum of the reciprocal of a number and 3 is 7. What is the number?

A.4

B.5

C.1/4

D.1/7

Explanation: Let the number be x. Then 1/x + 3 = 7, so 1/x = 4, which gives x = 1/4. The phrase 'reciprocal of a number' means 1/x, not the number itself.

4Choose the pair that best completes the analogy. SNARLED : ROPE :: ___

A.empty : hole

B.canned : preserves

C.torn : fabric

D.crumpled : wrinkle

Explanation: A rope that is snarled is tangled; the relationship is an object paired with the disordered state it can be put into. Paper or cloth that is crumpled is full of wrinkles, matching object-to-state-of-disorder.

5If 5 + 12 = 2 + 3x, what must be the value of x?

A.5

B.3

C.4

D.6

Explanation: The left side is 5 + 12 = 17, so 17 = 2 + 3x. Subtracting 2 gives 3x = 15, so x = 5.

6Which of the following is a prime number between 95 and 102?

A.96

B.97

C.98

D.99

Explanation: A prime number has exactly two factors, 1 and itself. 97 has no divisors other than 1 and 97, while 96, 98, and 99 are all divisible by smaller numbers.

7What percent of 50 is 15?

A.15%

B.25%

C.30%

D.35%

Explanation: To find what percent 15 is of 50, divide 15 by 50 and multiply by 100: (15/50) x 100 = 30%.

8Gerry traveled from his home to his office at an average speed of 40 km/h for 30 minutes. How far in kilometers is his office from home?

A.5 km

B.15 km

C.25 km

D.20 km

Explanation: Distance equals speed multiplied by time. 30 minutes is 0.5 hour, so distance = 40 km/h x 0.5 h = 20 km.

9Complete the sequence: 2, ___, 4, 12, 48

A.2

B.3

C.4

D.6

Explanation: Each term is multiplied by an increasing factor: 2 x 1 = 2, then 2 x 2 = 4, 4 x 3 = 12, 12 x 4 = 48. The missing term is 2 x 1 = 2.

10The sum of the reciprocal of a number and 4 is 9. What is the number?

A.5

B.1/5

C.6

D.1/9

Explanation: Let the number be x. Then 1/x + 4 = 9, so 1/x = 5, which gives x = 1/5. The reciprocal of the number is what equals 5, so the number itself is its reciprocal, 1/5.

About the USTET Exam

The University of Santo Tomas Entrance Test (USTET) is the admission exam taken by all applicants to UST to assess their preparedness for university-level study. For college entry it covers four subtests: Mental Ability, English, Mathematics, and Science, all in a 100% multiple-choice, shade-the-circle format with no essay. The Mental Ability subtest has 80 items answered in about 30 minutes, while English, Mathematics, and Science each run about 45 minutes. A student's final rating is computed as 80% from the USTET score and 20% from average grades in English, Mathematics, and Science, then evaluated against each program's standards. For AY 2026-2027 the USTET was held on October 19 and December 7, 2025 and January 25 and February 1, 2026, with results released on April 28, 2026; LEAPMed (accelerated medicine) applicants additionally take a separate afternoon LEAPMed Entrance Test covering Anatomy, Botany, Chemistry, Physics, Physiology, and Zoology.

Questions

100 scored questions

Time Limit

About 30 minutes for Mental Ability (80 items) and roughly 45 minutes each for English, Mathematics, and Science

Passing Score

No fixed pass mark; admission is competitive, with a final rating of 80% USTET score plus 20% average grades in English, Mathematics, and Science evaluated per program.

Exam Fee

PHP 600 (Filipinos from local schools); PHP 1,000 (Filipinos abroad and foreigners in the Philippines); PHP 3,000 (international credentials); PHP 6,000 (international centers); PHP 3,600 (LEAPMed domestic). Waived for RA 12006 indigent top-10% graduates and public-school honor graduates. (University of Santo Tomas - Office for Admissions (OFAD))

USTET Exam Content Outline

25%

Mental Ability

Abstract and logical reasoning, number and letter series, analogies, classification, verbal reasoning, and fast numerical problem-solving.

25%

Mathematics

Algebra, geometry, trigonometry, General Mathematics, and Statistics: functions, equations, ratio and proportion, percentages, and central tendency.

25%

Science

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Earth Science: cells, genetics, atomic structure, bonding, Newton's laws, energy, waves, and plate tectonics.

25%

English (Language Proficiency)

Grammar, vocabulary, spelling, reading comprehension, oral communication, speech acts, and logical fallacies.

How to Pass the USTET Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: No fixed pass mark; admission is competitive, with a final rating of 80% USTET score plus 20% average grades in English, Mathematics, and Science evaluated per program.
Exam length: 100 questions
Time limit: About 30 minutes for Mental Ability (80 items) and roughly 45 minutes each for English, Mathematics, and Science
Exam fee: PHP 600 (Filipinos from local schools); PHP 1,000 (Filipinos abroad and foreigners in the Philippines); PHP 3,000 (international credentials); PHP 6,000 (international centers); PHP 3,600 (LEAPMed domestic). Waived for RA 12006 indigent top-10% graduates and public-school honor graduates.

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Complete 500+ practice questions
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USTET Study Tips from Top Performers

1Practice the Mental Ability subtest under a timer: 80 items in about 30 minutes means roughly 22 seconds per item, so train speed on number series, analogies, and quick arithmetic.

2Review Grade 11 lessons that UST names directly: Oral Communication, Reading and Writing, General Mathematics, Statistics, and Earth and Life Science.

3For Science, rotate through all four areas: start with Earth Science, then Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, drilling topics like genes and alleles, cells, elements and compounds, laws of motion, and earthquakes.

4For Mathematics, master General Mathematics and Statistics fundamentals: functions, ratio and proportion, percentages, mean, median, and basic probability.

5For English, study grammar rules, synonyms and antonyms, reading comprehension, speech acts, and how to spot logical fallacies in arguments.

6Begin focused review at least two months before your test date and avoid cramming the day before; rest well so you can think quickly under time pressure.

7Print and bring your test permit and required materials, since UST enforces a strict 'no test permit, no USTET' rule on test day.

Frequently Asked Questions

What subjects are covered by the USTET?

For college entry the USTET covers four subtests: English, Mathematics, and Science (the three major disciplines) plus a Mental Ability subtest. UST states that your academic preparation in your current grade and previous grade levels (Grade 11 for college applicants) should be sufficient to prepare you.

How is the USTET scored, and is there a passing grade?

There is no published fixed passing score. The overall final rating consists of 80% from the entrance test score and 20% from computed average grades in English, Mathematics, and Science, evaluated competitively against each program's standards.

Is the USTET multiple-choice or does it have essays?

The USTET is 100% multiple-choice, answered by shading circles on an answer sheet. There is no essay component, though some specific programs may require a separate interview after results are released.

How much does it cost to take the USTET?

The application fee is PHP 600 for Filipinos from local schools, PHP 1,000 for Filipinos abroad and foreigners in the Philippines, PHP 3,000 for international credentials, and PHP 6,000 at international centers. Fees are waived for indigent top-10% graduates under Republic Act 12006 and for public-school honor graduates.

How long is the Mental Ability subtest?

The Mental Ability subtest has 80 items and is answered in about 30 minutes, making time management essential. English, Mathematics, and Science each run about 45 minutes.

What is LEAPMed and how does it relate to the USTET?

LEAPMed is UST's Learning-Enhanced Accelerated Program for Medicine. LEAPMed applicants take the USTET in the morning and a separate LEAPMed Entrance Test in the afternoon covering Anatomy, Botany, Chemistry, Physics, Physiology, and Zoology.

When were the USTET results for AY 2026-2027 released?

For Academic Year 2026-2027 the USTET was administered on October 19 and December 7, 2025 and January 25 and February 1, 2026, and the results were released on April 28, 2026 through the USTET Results portal.