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Key Facts: MAP Physical Science EOC Exam

High School

Target Student Level in Missouri

Missouri DESE

Free

State-Funded Public Assessment

Missouri DESE

Untimed

Standard Administration (DESE estimate: single 60-80 minute session)

DESE Assessment Guide

MLS Aligned

Missouri Learning Standards for Physical Science

Missouri DESE

4 Levels

Below Basic, Basic, Proficient, Advanced

Missouri DESE Scoring Guide

The Missouri MAP Physical Science EOC is a free statewide assessment evaluating high school chemistry and physics proficiency under Missouri Learning Standards.

Sample MAP Physical Science EOC Practice Questions

Try these sample questions to test your MAP Physical Science EOC exam readiness. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.

1A toy car travels a distance of 150 meters in 30 seconds along a straight track. What is the average speed of the toy car?
A.0.2 m/s
B.45 m/s
C.5.0 m/s
D.4500 m/s
Explanation: Average speed is calculated using the formula v = d / t, where d is distance (150 m) and t is time (30 s). Substituting the values gives v = 150 m / 30 s = 5.0 m/s.
2A solid aluminum block has a mass of 54 grams and a volume of 20 cubic centimeters (cm³). What is the density of the aluminum block?
A.0.37 g/cm³
B.2.7 g/cm³
C.34 g/cm³
D.1080 g/cm³
Explanation: Density is calculated using the equation D = m / V, where m is mass (54 g) and V is volume (20 cm³). Dividing 54 by 20 yields a density of 2.7 g/cm³.
3A student exerts a constant horizontal force of 50 Newtons to push a heavy crate across a frictionless floor for a distance of 4 meters. How much work is done on the crate?
A.12.5 Joules
B.46 Joules
C.200 Joules
D.54 Joules
Explanation: Work is defined as W = F * d, where F is force in Newtons (50 N) and d is distance in meters (4 m) in the direction of the force. W = 50 N * 4 m = 200 Joules.
4A neutral isotope atom of Carbon-14 has an atomic number of 6 and a mass number of 14. How many neutrons are contained in the nucleus of this atom?
A.6
B.14
C.8
D.20
Explanation: The atomic number indicates the number of protons (6). The mass number equals the total number of protons plus neutrons (14). Therefore, number of neutrons = mass number - atomic number = 14 - 6 = 8 neutrons.
5An object with a mass of 10 kilograms accelerates across a smooth surface at a rate of 3.0 m/s². What net force is acting on the object?
A.0.3 N
B.3.3 N
C.7.0 N
D.30 N
Explanation: According to Newton's Second Law of Motion, F_net = m * a. Given mass m = 10 kg and acceleration a = 3.0 m/s², F_net = 10 kg * 3.0 m/s² = 30 Newtons.
6A periodic wave on a stretched string has a frequency of 5.0 Hz and a wavelength of 2.0 meters. What is the speed of the wave?
A.0.4 m/s
B.10 m/s
C.2.5 m/s
D.7.0 m/s
Explanation: Wave speed is given by the wave equation v = f * λ, where f is frequency (5.0 Hz) and λ is wavelength (2.0 m). v = 5.0 Hz * 2.0 m = 10 m/s.
7A 2.0 kg book is lifted from the floor and placed on a shelf that is 5.0 meters high. Taking acceleration due to gravity g as 9.8 m/s², what is the gravitational potential energy of the book relative to the floor?
A.10 Joules
B.24.5 Joules
C.98 Joules
D.49 Joules
Explanation: Gravitational potential energy is calculated using PE = m * g * h. Substituting mass m = 2.0 kg, g = 9.8 m/s², and height h = 5.0 m yields PE = 2.0 * 9.8 * 5.0 = 98 Joules.
8A chemistry student dissolves 2.0 moles of sodium chloride (NaCl) in enough water to prepare a 4.0-liter aqueous solution. What is the molarity of the solution?
A.2.0 M
B.6.0 M
C.0.50 M
D.8.0 M
Explanation: Molarity (M) is defined as moles of solute divided by liters of solution: M = n / V. Substituting 2.0 moles / 4.0 L = 0.50 M (moles per liter).
9A bowling ball with a mass of 4.0 kg rolls down an alley at a constant speed of 3.0 m/s. What is the kinetic energy of the rolling ball?
A.18 Joules
B.6.0 Joules
C.12 Joules
D.36 Joules
Explanation: Kinetic energy is calculated using KE = 0.5 * m * v². Substituting m = 4.0 kg and v = 3.0 m/s: KE = 0.5 * 4.0 kg * (3.0 m/s)² = 0.5 * 4.0 * 9.0 = 18 Joules.
10An electric motor does 600 Joules of work in 12 seconds to lift a bucket of water. What is the power output of the motor?
A.50 Watts
B.0.02 Watts
C.588 Watts
D.7200 Watts
Explanation: Power is the rate at which work is done: P = W / t. Given work W = 600 J and time t = 12 s, Power P = 600 J / 12 s = 50 Watts.

About the MAP Physical Science EOC Exam

The Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) Physical Science End-of-Course (EOC) Assessment measures high school student proficiency in fundamental physics and chemistry concepts defined by the Missouri Learning Standards (MLS). The assessment covers matter and atomic structure, chemical reactions and stoichiometry, motion and forces, energy and heat transfer, and wave properties and electromagnetic radiation. OpenExamPrep provides 100 realistic practice questions with detailed calculations and explanations.

Assessment

Untimed administration testing Matter & Its Interactions, Motion & Forces, Energy & Thermodynamics, and Waves & Electromagnetic Radiation

Time Limit

Untimed (no official time limit); DESE estimates a single 60-80 min session

Passing Score

Performance level benchmark (Proficient or Advanced) established by Missouri DESE scale score cutoffs

Exam Fee

Free statewide public high school assessment available for local district accountability or course credit (Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE))

MAP Physical Science EOC Exam Content Outline

25-30%

Matter & Its Interactions

Atomic structure, periodic table trends, isotopes, valence electrons, chemical bonding (ionic/covalent/metallic), chemical reactions, balancing equations, stoichiometry, conservation of mass, states of matter, density, molarity, and concentration calculations.

25-30%

Motion & Forces

Kinematics (distance, displacement, speed, velocity, acceleration), Newton's three laws of motion, free-body diagrams, friction, momentum (p = mv) and impulse, gravitational forces (F = mg, Universal Gravitation), and electromagnetic forces.

20-25%

Energy & Thermodynamics

Kinetic energy (KE = 0.5 mv²) and gravitational potential energy (PE = mgh), conservation of energy, work (W = Fd) and power (P = W/t), mechanical advantage, heat transfer (conduction, convection, radiation), specific heat capacity (Q = mcΔT), phase changes, and thermodynamics laws.

20-25%

Waves & Electromagnetic Radiation

Wave characteristics (transverse, longitudinal, wavelength, frequency, amplitude, period), wave speed equation (v = f * λ), wave behavior (reflection, refraction, diffraction, interference), sound waves and Doppler effect, electromagnetic spectrum properties, and wave applications.

How to Pass the MAP Physical Science EOC Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Performance level benchmark (Proficient or Advanced) established by Missouri DESE scale score cutoffs
  • Assessment: Untimed administration testing Matter & Its Interactions, Motion & Forces, Energy & Thermodynamics, and Waves & Electromagnetic Radiation
  • Time limit: Untimed (no official time limit); DESE estimates a single 60-80 min session
  • Exam fee: Free statewide public high school assessment available for local district accountability or course credit

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

MAP Physical Science EOC Study Tips from Top Performers

1Memorize and practice applying core formulas: v = d/t, a = Δv/t, F = ma, W = Fd, P = W/t, KE = 0.5mv², PE = mgh, Q = mcΔT, D = m/V, M = moles/L, and v = f * λ.
2Always check unit conversions (e.g., converting grams to kilograms or cm³ to L) before plugging values into scientific equations.
3Understand Periodic Table organization, including atomic numbers, mass numbers, valence electron trends, and distinguishing ionic from covalent compounds.
4Master Newton's Laws of Motion and practice identifying net forces on free-body diagrams for moving and stationary objects.
5Review wave properties and behavior, emphasizing the relationship between frequency, wavelength, and energy in the electromagnetic spectrum.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Missouri MAP Physical Science EOC Assessment?

The MAP Physical Science EOC is Missouri's statewide End-of-Course exam designed to measure high school student mastery of the Missouri Learning Standards for Physical Science, combining foundational chemistry and physics concepts.

Who takes the Physical Science EOC in Missouri?

High school students enrolled in physical science or physical science equivalent courses take the assessment as determined by local district curriculum sequencing and DESE requirements.

Is the MAP Physical Science EOC timed?

No. Standard MAP EOC administrations are untimed, allowing students sufficient time to complete all items, though typical test sessions take about 90 to 120 minutes.

How are scores categorized on Missouri EOC tests?

Student performance is reported across four DESE achievement levels: Below Basic, Basic, Proficient, and Advanced. Achieving Proficient or Advanced signifies grade-level mastery.

Do questions on the EOC require math calculations?

Yes. Physical Science EOC items assess mathematical applications in science, including speed, acceleration, force, work, density, molarity, heat capacity (Q=mcΔT), and wave speed calculations.

Are these OpenExamPrep questions official DESE test items?

No. These 100 questions are original practice items created by OpenExamPrep, designed to match the rigors and calculation requirements of the Missouri Learning Standards for Physical Science.