<p>I have this particular problem with the writing section. I've tried to do all the "read carefully", "read all the answer choices before answering" advices, but under pressure, I just can't control myself from choosing the first question that seems right. Any suggestions?</p>
<p>Also, how many questions can you miss on the entire test to score around a 2300?</p>
<p>You can miss roughly 10 depending on the distribution. </p>
<p>I feel that the key is to </p>
<p>1) Relax
2) Think analytically, meaning decide based on objective analysis rather than gut choice. </p>
<p>How to do that goes back to how well you understand the problem. I find that the best way is to prepare with the online course to help with that. That is what I recommend to most of my students. </p>
<p>PM me if you have any questions.</p>
<p>Make sure you can give a definite, specific reason for each answer you give, i.e. "this is an error because the tense is incorrect" or "this is the right answer because it has the proper parallel structure." SAT answers are always based upon objective, precise rules; while they do "feel" right to the well-trained ear, this will never be the only reason an answer is the correct one. Every time you circle an answer, ask yourself, "What rule makes this the correct answer?" If you don't have an answer to that question, go back and re-think it until you do.</p>
<p>I know this is what all of the books say and I was skeptic at first too, but just cover up the answer choices (Sentence Improvement) and rephrase the sentence yourself and then look for the closest answer to yours. Also on the more difficult questions make sure that you do read all of the answer choices. (Also the correct answer tends to be short and concise). For the error corrections just sure you know why you picked the answer, and do not be afraid to pick E (No Error). (1/5 sentences has no error)</p>