<p>I have always been very strong in math, especially algebra and geometry, which the SAT tests. However, my SAT Math scores don't really reflect my true math abilities. I got a 640 on the last time I took it, and am getting anywhere between 680 - 740 on the numerous practice tests I have taken.</p>
<p>Does anyone have any advice on how to get those extra few points? What is the best prep book (I have heard Gruber's Complete Math is the best)?</p>
<p>Thank you!</p>
<p>Do you know how to solve all the problems? Why do you get those problems wrong? Is time an issue?</p>
<p>Pay attention to what the question says. It’s all about comprehending the question for the Math section.</p>
<p>I have the same problem I really think I SHOULD be getting an 800 but on the january SAT i only got a 680…a huge disappointment and I had spent so much time studying but never got a constant 800. Now though as i do a section or two every day I slowly see progress. All you can do at this point because you have the skills for an 800 but just have to be careful and pay attention to detail.</p>
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<p>I agree. These are exactly the questions that you need to ask yourself. I am, by no means, anywhere close to getting an 800 though. But asking myself those questions helped me find the areas I needed to improve in.</p>
<p>Do all of the math sections in the BB book. Seriously, after doing a billion of those, you will see a pattern in question type, tricks they may have, and really, what to expect come test time. I ended up missing only 1 my second SAT, so it definitely helps.</p>
<p>This is the trick/technique that I used to get an 800 last December:
For the 20 problem section(s):
Do 1-10 normally. Then do 11. Then check 11 using a method different than your current method of solving the problem. Any way is fine; a graphing calculator, plugging it back in, anything to check that the answer works will be fine. Then do 12. Then check 12. Continue this pattern until you reach 20 and check 20. </p>
<p>For the 18 question sections, do the exact same thing except adjust yourself so you do not run out of time. </p>
<p>One thing to note: This method will not be the same for everyone. You need to take practice tests so you can see how much time you have and which half of the test you get the most wrong on. Adapt and adjust so you can finish in time and check as many answers as possible. Whether you’re rechecking 11-20 or 1-20, your score will see a huge improvement because you’ll always catch your mistakes right away.</p>
<p>This seemed to help me a little bit - when I read the question, I underline the answer they want, for example:</p>
<p>x + 5 = y</p>
<p>Using the above equation, assuming x = 2, solve for y.</p>
<p>Very basic example, but it really helps for word problems. It keeps your attention focused on what you are solving for…also feel free in word problems to underline important details (b/c sometimes there is a lot to comprehend in those).</p>
<p>I got my 800!!! Thank you so much everybody!!! :D</p>
<p>Congratulations lol.</p>
<p>Haha very nice</p>
<p>did u get every question right? or did u skip some? I haven’t taken mine yet but I dont have much time 2 practice because of AP classes and its really messing me up how often did u study? my practice test got me 590-650 and I want to get higher I can answer all the questions without any problem did you use hotinpursuit process?</p>
<p>He got all of the questions right. The month he took it was on March, which requires all questions correct in order to get an 800.</p>
<p>Do SAT math without calculator to practice basic arithmetic</p>
<p>always double check your arithmetic with calculators.
Sometimes you automatically assume that 2*3 = 5, and you probably won’t catch it unless you check your answers in a different way.</p>