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California Grade 3 CAASPP Math Practice Test

Build Grade 3 California CAASPP Math readiness with five focused 10-question practice sets covering operations, fractions, measurement, geometry, data, and problem solving.

Grade 3 CAASPP Math practice sets

This California Grade 3 CAASPP Math Practice Test page provides five short practice sets with 10 original multiple-choice questions each. The sets support supplemental review across operations, place value, fractions, measurement, geometry, data, probability, and problem solving.

Math skills covered

  • Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, place value, estimation, equal groups, and equations
  • Fractions, equivalent fractions, comparing fractions, number lines, decimals, tenths, and eighths
  • Length, area, perimeter, time, elapsed time, metric units, shapes, and measurement tools
  • Pictographs, bar graphs, line plots, data totals, comparisons, simple probability, and surveys
  • Arrays, multistep problems, patterns, unknown side lengths, data collection, and checking reasonableness

How to use this page

Complete one 10-question set at a time. Draw a model when useful, show intermediate steps, label units, and review the explanation for every missed or guessed answer.

This is supplemental State Test Practice, State Assessment Practice, and Standardized Test Practice. It does not replace current California Department of Education guidance, official CAASPP blueprints, accommodations, or testing schedules.

For the broader California assessment hub, visit California State Assessments.

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California Grade 3 CAASPP Math Practice Questions

A 10-question California Grade 3 CAASPP Math practice set on measurement, time, and geometry, with answers and explanations.

Read each question carefully, choose one answer, and review the explanation after responding.

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1. QuestionMultiple choice

A ribbon is 18 inches long. Maya cuts off 7 inches. How many inches remain?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: A

The correct answer is 11 inches.

  1. Identify the task: Decide whether the question asks you to add, subtract, multiply, divide, measure, compare, or interpret data.
  2. Use the quantities: Subtract 7 from 18: 18 − 7 = 11 inches.
  3. Check the result: Review the operation, units, place value, and whether the answer makes sense in the situation.

Subtract 7 from 18: 18 − 7 = 11 inches.

2. QuestionMultiple choice

How many minutes are in 2 hours?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: B

The correct answer is 120 minutes.

  1. Identify the task: Decide whether the question asks you to add, subtract, multiply, divide, measure, compare, or interpret data.
  2. Use the quantities: Each hour has 60 minutes, so 2 × 60 = 120 minutes.
  3. Check the result: Review the operation, units, place value, and whether the answer makes sense in the situation.

Each hour has 60 minutes, so 2 × 60 = 120 minutes.

3. QuestionMultiple choice

A rectangle has a length of 9 centimeters and a width of 4 centimeters. What is its area?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is 36 square centimeters.

  1. Identify the task: Decide whether the question asks you to add, subtract, multiply, divide, measure, compare, or interpret data.
  2. Use the quantities: Area equals length × width: 9 × 4 = 36 square centimeters.
  3. Check the result: Review the operation, units, place value, and whether the answer makes sense in the situation.

Area equals length × width: 9 × 4 = 36 square centimeters.

4. QuestionMultiple choice

A square has sides that are each 6 feet long. What is its perimeter?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: D

The correct answer is 24 feet.

  1. Identify the task: Decide whether the question asks you to add, subtract, multiply, divide, measure, compare, or interpret data.
  2. Use the quantities: A square has four equal sides, so 4 × 6 = 24 feet.
  3. Check the result: Review the operation, units, place value, and whether the answer makes sense in the situation.

A square has four equal sides, so 4 × 6 = 24 feet.

5. QuestionMultiple choice

Which shape has exactly 3 sides?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: A

The correct answer is Triangle.

  1. Identify the task: Decide whether the question asks you to add, subtract, multiply, divide, measure, compare, or interpret data.
  2. Use the quantities: A triangle has three sides.
  3. Check the result: Review the operation, units, place value, and whether the answer makes sense in the situation.

A triangle has three sides.

6. QuestionMultiple choice

A school day begins at 8:15 a.m. and ends at 2:45 p.m. How long is the school day?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: B

The correct answer is 6 hours 30 minutes.

  1. Identify the task: Decide whether the question asks you to add, subtract, multiply, divide, measure, compare, or interpret data.
  2. Use the quantities: From 8:15 to 2:15 is 6 hours, and 30 more minutes reaches 2:45.
  3. Check the result: Review the operation, units, place value, and whether the answer makes sense in the situation.

From 8:15 to 2:15 is 6 hours, and 30 more minutes reaches 2:45.

7. QuestionMultiple choice

A jug holds 2 liters of water. How many milliliters is that?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is 2,000 milliliters.

  1. Identify the task: Decide whether the question asks you to add, subtract, multiply, divide, measure, compare, or interpret data.
  2. Use the quantities: One liter is 1,000 milliliters, so 2 liters is 2,000 milliliters.
  3. Check the result: Review the operation, units, place value, and whether the answer makes sense in the situation.

One liter is 1,000 milliliters, so 2 liters is 2,000 milliliters.

8. QuestionMultiple choice

A shape has 4 equal sides and 4 right angles. What shape is it?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: D

The correct answer is Square.

  1. Identify the task: Decide whether the question asks you to add, subtract, multiply, divide, measure, compare, or interpret data.
  2. Use the quantities: A square has four equal sides and four right angles.
  3. Check the result: Review the operation, units, place value, and whether the answer makes sense in the situation.

A square has four equal sides and four right angles.

9. QuestionMultiple choice

A line segment is 3 inches long. Which tool is best for measuring it?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: A

The correct answer is Ruler.

  1. Identify the task: Decide whether the question asks you to add, subtract, multiply, divide, measure, compare, or interpret data.
  2. Use the quantities: A ruler measures length in inches or centimeters.
  3. Check the result: Review the operation, units, place value, and whether the answer makes sense in the situation.

A ruler measures length in inches or centimeters.

10. QuestionMultiple choice

A rectangular garden is 7 meters long and 3 meters wide. How much fencing is needed around it?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: B

The correct answer is 20 meters.

  1. Identify the task: Decide whether the question asks you to add, subtract, multiply, divide, measure, compare, or interpret data.
  2. Use the quantities: The perimeter is 2 × (7 + 3) = 20 meters.
  3. Check the result: Review the operation, units, place value, and whether the answer makes sense in the situation.

The perimeter is 2 × (7 + 3) = 20 meters.

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Frequently asked questions about California Grade 3 CAASPP Math Practice Test

Which Math skills are covered?

The page covers operations, place value, fractions, decimals, measurement, geometry, data, probability, patterns, and problem solving for Grade 3.

How many questions are included?

There are five practice sets with 10 questions each, for 50 questions in total. Each set can be completed separately.

Are these official CAASPP questions?

No. These are original supplemental practice questions. Check the latest California Department of Education information for official materials, standards, accommodations, and policies.