Math Tips and Shortcuts for SAT

This book aims to improve the math skills of students taking the SAT. The test comprises two math sections, in addition to the reading and writing sections. Most students know how to work out the answers. Yet, many of them, including students with good GPAs, run out of time when doing the actual test. This is further compounded by the fact that calculators may not be permitted and some questions are free-response questions that require the student to input the answers. Knowing how to solve a problem is only the first step and there are often several ways to get the answer to the same problem. To do well in SAT math, you need to recognize the different types of questions and pick the right strategy that keeps to the time limit. Ultimately, the SAT separates students who learn by rote and mechanical drills versus clever students who not only know the basics well but are able to think out of the box and are flexible in adapting concepts. Unlike other guidebooks that focus on pages and pages of math drills, this book is packed with many invaluable insights and powerful shortcuts to solve SAT math problems quickly. Additionally, the book explains key concepts and formulas so that the student clearly understands the foundational principles. Essential tips for reading, writing, essay, and a 300-word list are provided, together with a graphical analysis of the percentiles for the SAT scores, a discussion of university application strategies, and a comparison with ACT.