<p>What are some tips that help you with the SAT?
I've found that for writing, basically any sentence that contains the word 'being' is incorrect and looking for parallel structure in the sentences helps a lot. The shortest answer is also often the best answer.
For math, knowing or even flipping to the page with the special right triangles saves so much time. I probably wasted at least a minute per test doing the pythagorean theorem when I didn't need to.</p>
<p>Understand the format of the test and realize how long 25 or 20 or 10 minutes is helped me a good deal. The other thing I suggest is just to relax.
For math, since questions are ordered in their levels of difficulty, first several questions will probably as easy as you see it to be (don’t need to think “this answer is too obvious”. But still, be sure). As for the more difficult questions, if an answer is too obvious or simple for you, recheck.</p>
<p>Writing- Know how to write a 12 Essay. Trust me, writing a 12 essay is the foundaiton to getting a good score. If you’re having an off day, but you still write a great essay you can still score in the mid 700s.</p>
<p>Math-Be able to be intuitive and logical. DO NOT spend on a problem that is taking too long(if it is, there’s probably an easier way). Note, when dealing with problems that look intimidating, the solutions are, most of the time super easy.</p>
<p>Reading-Oh god. My poorest section. I suggest to immerse yourself in the passage. In other words, force yourself to be interested in it. This helps with concentration, mental focus, and correct responses :)</p>
<p>I agree with howmanyofme when it comes to the writing section. On the math section, memorize as many relevant formulas as possible. Sparknotes has a section on the SAT math. For critical reading, if you cannot find direct evidence in the passage for your answer, it is probably wrong.</p>
<p>This is a really hard question to answer not knowing the initial starting point. Since this is college confidential I’ll assume you are a 2xxx scorer wanting a 2300+. </p>
<p>For math, my one guiding principle was “don’t make stupid mistakes”. You know the math,so show it. My technique was to do a general skim for the earlier problems and then for the harder ones I wouldn’t write an answer in the test booklet; this allowed me to re-solve the problem and see if I got the same answer.</p>
<p>Critical reading:
Honestly, this is IMHO the most “intellectual” part of the test. For the passages, you either get it or not most of the time, but silverturtle’s guide aided me in one major way: you do better if you pretend to like the passages. Using this I moved up 60 points from my last practice test. For vocab, study direct hits and READ. If you read, you will gain vocab.</p>
<p>Writing: essays.essays.essays. The length, though many advocate it, is not the most important factor. You need 2/3 good examples each slightly different ( each paragraph should further meaning). Focus on the conclusion: don’t make it too “humanity” focused nor restate.</p>
<p>Mulch. Just do loads of practice q’s+ study grammar rules.</p>
<p>Overall: </p>
<p>In practice go for an accurate simulation. Get a good nights sleep. If you have a time issue just skip the question after a minute and come back later. It worked for me. 216 PSAT -> 2300 SAT 1st time (1600 CR+M).</p>
<p>Just have a good attitude and you’ll do great.</p>