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very much
14. Being given a set <strong>of</strong> division problems to solve 1 2 3 4 5
15. Picking up math textbook to begin working 1 2 3 4 5
on a homework assignment
16. Being given homework assignments <strong>of</strong> many 1 2 3 4 5
difficult problems that are due the next class
meeting
17. Thinking about an upcoming math test 1 week 1 2 3 4 5
before
18. Thinking about an upcoming math test 1 day 1 2 3 4 5
before
19. Thinking about an upcoming math test 1 hour 1 2 3 4 5
before
20. Realizing you have to take a certain number <strong>of</strong> 1 2 3 4 5
math classes to fulfill requirements
21. Picking up math textbook to begin a difficult 1 2 3 4 5
reading assignment
22. Receiving your final math grade in the mail 1 2 3 4 5
23. Opening a math or stat book and seeing a 1 2 3 4 5
page full <strong>of</strong> problems
24. Getting ready to study for a math test 1 2 3 4 5
25. Being given a “pop” quiz in a math class 1 2 3 4 5
Alexander, L. & Martray, C. (1989). <strong>The</strong> development <strong>of</strong> an abbreviated version <strong>of</strong> the
mathematics anxiety rating scale. Measurement and Evaluation in Counseling and Development, 22(3),
143-150.