You don’t have to be scared – just follow some simple rules/directions and you will increase your test score on the [test:'sat-maths-problems' math-section] without difficulty.
Here are 5 things you should remember about the SAT Maths section:
- You don’t need to know “high level” math. Often, test takers are scared that they will fail this section simply because they did not take high level maths classes. But they’re wrong! Test questions are based on the lessons and formulas that everyone learns in high school, so don’t worry, you have acquired the knowledge to pass it!
- You don’t need a calculator. While a calculator will make things faster and easier for you, you could actually write the entire SAT without one. What does that mean? No ridiculous numbers.
- Stay calm and double check your work. We all know, when we rush we are more likely to make an oversight. But it would be pretty bad to lose marks because you added instead of subtracted, so take the time to run a check on every simple math calculation you do.
- If a problem seems “too simple” you may have missed something. The SAT math section does include many trap answers. If you solved a problem in a very easy way, especially near the end of this section where the questions become more difficult, you may well have made a mistake. Go back, reread the question and make sure you have all the information.
- Memorize Definitions and Basic Theorems. While it isn’t necessary, it will be very helpful for you to know and remember the basic calculating operations (like the Pythagorean Theorem, order of operations, sequence rules and the volume of as many shapes as you can cram into your head). The SAT math-section contains a few questions you can answer just by memorizing the definitions.
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