SAT math preparation

Posted by rajat kumar thakur on December 8th, 2020

SAT MATH PREPARATION

1.Format for the Math test: 58 questions in 80 minutes

The SAT's math part is divided into two parts, but they are not really all that different.[12] The first section does not allow calculators, while the second section requires you to use a calculator.

• A reference chart with equations for both parts will be given to you so don't worry about memorizing formulas.
• Most of the math is multiple-choice, but in the calculator segment there are a couple of open-ended questions that you will have to answer.

2.Total practice assessments to find possible holes in your skills

Check your math skills using the College Board practice tests. Even if it's only one query a day, getting used to the math section's wording and structure would improve significantly.

If you need to study some basic concepts, this will also help you find out. Questions in the math section cover:

• Algebra  (linear equations, variables, and graphs).
• Data analysis  (quantitative data, probability, and reading charts).
• Advanced math  (equivalent expressions, quadratic equations, and functions).
• Geometry  and  trigonometry.

3. Practice addressing questions with words and extracting the key details.

Start by breaking down word issues and get in the habit of stressing the critical data as it corresponds to the query. A lot of word issues will lead you to unnecessary details, so work slowly and read carefully.

• It is important to disregard irrelevant data. Get in the habit of carefully reading the question to decide what details you actually need to answer the question.
• A single missing word will lead you to an incorrect response when it comes to math problems. Before you answer, be sure that you understand what each question asks you to do.
• Your ability to perceive ratios, proportions, and data sets is also measured by word problems and data interpretation questions on the SAT.

4. By practicing expressions and identifying variables, refresh your algebra skills.

In both math pages, the vast majority of the questions are about algebra.

 Check your old algebra notes and practice with worksheets or practice games to describe variables, evaluate equations, and map graphs.

 Swing into your algebra teacher's classroom after school if possible and ask for extra support if you need it.

• Go through your textbook on algebra and try on different issues in each section with your hand. In any specific region, this is a great way to see if you need help.
• To learn algebra, there are lots of online quizzes and games out there. Try your hand at some fast online questions if you have a few hours to kill.

5. To train for trigonometry, get some geometry practice with circles and angles.

There are often a few problems concerning the measurement of angles, the finding of areas and the use of trigonometry ratios (SOH CAH TOA).

To make sure you're primed for all the geometry and trigonometry problems, brush up on your angle charts and trig formulas.

• Ask the math teachers for geometry and trigonometry worksheets at your school so that you can practice at your own time.
• A lot more geometry was used in the old SAT than trigonometry. With the new SAT, this balance has changed, so make sure you only use practice tests from the past 2-3 years to prevent over-prepping for geometry questions.

Take away

We need to keep 2 things in mind to answer this -

What kind of math coursework you have done and are familiar with

What the colleges to which you are applying require

Now if you've taken one geometry year and two algebra years, then you can go to Level 1 of SAT Math or Level 1. of SAT Math.

But if you've taken that plus pre-calculus and trigonometry, go for level 2 of SAT Math or level 2 of SAT Math.

Since it will decrease your SAT math training, we recommend that you take the tests based on your chosen math course work.

We strongly recommend that you not take the Down test in the SAT Math Test (taking Math 1 while you have the coursework for Math 2), because it is likely to backfire.

Contact our SAT Experts for FREE for more on that.