What's the actual passing score for MATLAB? Getting conflicting info

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PassOrFailOP
March 21, 2026

Been searching for the MATLAB passing score and I keep seeing different numbers. Some say 70%, others say 75%, and the official website isn't super clear.

I've been working through "matlab online" searches online and the passing requirement seems to vary by state or version? Or am I overthinking this?

My practice test scores are hovering around 65%. Should I be aiming higher before I schedule my actual exam?

Also I noticed on matlab online — are the practice questions usually harder or easier than the real thing? Trying to calibrate how ready I actually am.

Any recent test takers who can share what the real cutoff is?

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AdviceGiver
March 22, 2026

I actually failed the first time by a few points. Total gut punch. But passed on the second attempt with a comfortable margin.

What changed: I stopped trying to memorize answers and started actually understanding the material. Specifically on matlab online — I went back to basics and worked forward from first principles.

Also switched from reading to doing. Less time with the textbook, more time on practice questions with detailed answer explanations.

You've got this. The second attempt is always better because you know exactly what the exam is like.

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