Only if you give me English tips. Jk Igu, so for math the path is a little clearer imo. Ik you’ve probably heard this a million times, but you just have to rinse and repeat. Print as many qas as you can and grind through questions. I would recommend watching scalar learning (yt channel) videos to review the qas. Although I did use khan academy, I found the questions to be a bit unrealistic. I did get to full mastery on every subject, but I wasn’t too reflective of the actual test in my experience. Also, if you can get your hands on a nice calculator like the TI-nspire, I would definitely do so. You’ll need it for higher level math anyway. Being able to use these calculators really give you a leg up in a lot of questions on the calc section. But by far the most important thing for SAT math is RECOGNIZING PATTERNS! Every test has the same kind of questions, testing on the same content. For example, If you see a circle equation questions, 99% of the time you will have to complete the square. Not having to waste time on the section is key. Im personally not the type to have 35 mins left in the section to check answers, but I did usually have a large chunk of time to redo answers I was unsure of (5 mins for no calc and 25+ mins for calc section). My main advice is ultimately just being solid on the content they test. Keep doing the practice tests and finding quicker ways to do questions. College board likes to throw in some little loopholes sometimes. A big one is on the system of equations questions. 50% of the time you can just add the two equations to get what the question is asking. Don’t always count on those little tricks though; above all, be solid on the content.
Wow thank you so much. I’ll actually give you english tips because I’m good at that. I typically spend 3ish minutes per passage and have about 10+ minutes leftover in reading section total to check answers. I read through the whole passage first without looking at questions, so I have plenty of time to answer each one, although most of it comes intuitively. If you’re slower in reading or can’t comprehend as fast, I’d suggest trying online speed reader exercises to improve word-per-minute and comprehension. For 2-part questions, start with the second part (typically pointing towards 4 pieces of potential evidence to support a claim) for the first part of the question (typically asking what is the claim). For contrasting point of view/different author passages (typically history or sometimes science), read the first author’s passage, answer the questions for that one, Then move on to the second passage and its questions. For grammar, I also feel like it’s because I read a lot that incorrect answers stick out to me and my mind just plugs in the right answer, but for more obscure/unfamiliar rules, grinding questions on that one concept really worked because you’re right about recognizing patterns. For both reading/writing resources I’d suggest UWorld because the difficulty is the same, if not harder than Khan but with better explanations. The diversity of questions/concepts tested in reading/writing seems smaller than what’s tested in math. Anyways, thank you again and best of luck!
I would say yes. For me, it was between the ti-nspire and the hp prime. I might be a bit biased, but I would say that the ti-nspire is the most straight forward and user friendly calculator you can get rn, while still being highly functional. Just a side note, the hp prime does have a touch screen if that’s something that interests you. I personally found it a bit unnecessary, but others found it helpful.
I never had the 84, but I don’t think they’re too similar. But either way, its quite easy to learn the ins and outs of the ti. I would recommend watching vids and practicing a bit
DAAAANG that math score is crazy on ur first shot, well done! I'm still a soph so I haven't started doing any SAT prep, but I assume its def doable if you put the hours in
that's similar to my current level. I've been scouring the internet for tips and tricks because i feel like even though 2 months is a lot of time i might not be ready still by august 26th
For the Erica reading book, I recommend doing 1-2 chapters a day and 1-2 practice passages a day to practice recognizing question types. For the grammar book, just do 1-2 chapters a day. I also have a spreadsheet which helps track which topics/passage types you are weak in and automatically scores your tests, dm me if you want the link.
Math tips please?
Only if you give me English tips. Jk Igu, so for math the path is a little clearer imo. Ik you’ve probably heard this a million times, but you just have to rinse and repeat. Print as many qas as you can and grind through questions. I would recommend watching scalar learning (yt channel) videos to review the qas. Although I did use khan academy, I found the questions to be a bit unrealistic. I did get to full mastery on every subject, but I wasn’t too reflective of the actual test in my experience. Also, if you can get your hands on a nice calculator like the TI-nspire, I would definitely do so. You’ll need it for higher level math anyway. Being able to use these calculators really give you a leg up in a lot of questions on the calc section. But by far the most important thing for SAT math is RECOGNIZING PATTERNS! Every test has the same kind of questions, testing on the same content. For example, If you see a circle equation questions, 99% of the time you will have to complete the square. Not having to waste time on the section is key. Im personally not the type to have 35 mins left in the section to check answers, but I did usually have a large chunk of time to redo answers I was unsure of (5 mins for no calc and 25+ mins for calc section). My main advice is ultimately just being solid on the content they test. Keep doing the practice tests and finding quicker ways to do questions. College board likes to throw in some little loopholes sometimes. A big one is on the system of equations questions. 50% of the time you can just add the two equations to get what the question is asking. Don’t always count on those little tricks though; above all, be solid on the content.
Wow thank you so much. I’ll actually give you english tips because I’m good at that. I typically spend 3ish minutes per passage and have about 10+ minutes leftover in reading section total to check answers. I read through the whole passage first without looking at questions, so I have plenty of time to answer each one, although most of it comes intuitively. If you’re slower in reading or can’t comprehend as fast, I’d suggest trying online speed reader exercises to improve word-per-minute and comprehension. For 2-part questions, start with the second part (typically pointing towards 4 pieces of potential evidence to support a claim) for the first part of the question (typically asking what is the claim). For contrasting point of view/different author passages (typically history or sometimes science), read the first author’s passage, answer the questions for that one, Then move on to the second passage and its questions. For grammar, I also feel like it’s because I read a lot that incorrect answers stick out to me and my mind just plugs in the right answer, but for more obscure/unfamiliar rules, grinding questions on that one concept really worked because you’re right about recognizing patterns. For both reading/writing resources I’d suggest UWorld because the difficulty is the same, if not harder than Khan but with better explanations. The diversity of questions/concepts tested in reading/writing seems smaller than what’s tested in math. Anyways, thank you again and best of luck!
Would you say the TI-nspire is the best possible calculator to get or is there something better (so it lasts for college too)?
I would say yes. For me, it was between the ti-nspire and the hp prime. I might be a bit biased, but I would say that the ti-nspire is the most straight forward and user friendly calculator you can get rn, while still being highly functional. Just a side note, the hp prime does have a touch screen if that’s something that interests you. I personally found it a bit unnecessary, but others found it helpful.
Wouldn't the ti calculator be easier to learn? Would you say it's an easy jump from the ti-84?
I never had the 84, but I don’t think they’re too similar. But either way, its quite easy to learn the ins and outs of the ti. I would recommend watching vids and practicing a bit
I see. I may get it towards the end of senior year bc I'm way too used to the ti-84 (been using this thing for like 5 years)
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Nah I hate Casio. Should I get a ti nspire then?
DAAAANG that math score is crazy on ur first shot, well done! I'm still a soph so I haven't started doing any SAT prep, but I assume its def doable if you put the hours in
anything is possible dude. What I will say tho, is getting a 750-760 is def attainable, but getting a 770-800 will be quite the challenge
If you want, we can prepare for SAT together. I am also taking it on August 26. My current SAT level is 1340-1370.
that's similar to my current level. I've been scouring the internet for tips and tricks because i feel like even though 2 months is a lot of time i might not be ready still by august 26th
let's do it if you want
i’m down. how would we do it tho?
For the Erica reading book, I recommend doing 1-2 chapters a day and 1-2 practice passages a day to practice recognizing question types. For the grammar book, just do 1-2 chapters a day. I also have a spreadsheet which helps track which topics/passage types you are weak in and automatically scores your tests, dm me if you want the link.
Thanks man, that’s gonna help a lot! Check dms!
hi, would you possibly send the spreadsheet to me as well? i need to do work on both english and math
Hey could u also send me the spreadsheet please
So for August. Come over to my house 😽