Problem Solving and Data Analysis-New Redesigned SAT Cont’d. Problem Solving and Data Analysis Pt. II Timothy goes shopping during a sale at his favorite store. The sale is for 20% off all games. He uses a 10% off coupon on his purchase. Timothy also purchases a specialty item for $18 on which the coupon and[…]
Problem Solving and Data Analysis-New Redesigned SAT A student creates an equation to estimate his GPA based on his SAT score. Even with an SAT score of 0, the student still has a baseline GPA of 2.4. As his SAT score increases by 4 points, his GPA increases by 3.2 points. Choose the equation that[…]
SAT Evidence Based Reading and Writing The SAT is changing. Underlining as you read is a key strategy on the SAT Evidence Based Reading and Writing Section. Follow these tips to make sure you underline the right key words. Descriptive words & negation Transition words-however, yet, indeed, although, even though, instead, still, though, & whereas[…]
Tier II Applied Vocab for the new Redesigned SAT Qualify (v) To put limitations on an argument Implicit Implied/not directly stated Explicit Directly stated Tacit Implied/not directly stated Defy To reject/challenge Parley To discuss Caveat Limitation Latent Hidden/underneath Binary 2 parts Interpolate To reasonably estimate Extraneous Not needed Empirical Related to evidence/experiment Heuristic Trial and[…]
SAT Essay: The SAT essay is technically optional, although we encourage all students to opt in. Most colleges and universities will require the SAT essay, as they currently require the ACT essay. The SAT essay will require scholarly analysis of an argument. Students will not be required to bring in outside texts as evidence. Rather,[…]
SAT Math Test The SAT Math Test includes both calculator and non-calculator sections. The calculator section will continue the SAT’s legacy of a strong emphasis on Algebra 2 topics like functions and graphing. There will be a new emphasis on classroom topics like trigonometry. The test will feature fewer pure logic questions and place a[…]
SAT Reading Test Description The new Redesigned SAT Reading Test features reading passages from both primary and secondary sources. Vocabulary and English grammar will be tested within the context of each reading passage. The new SAT includes passages from a diverse set of sources with a new emphasis on the social sciences and civics. Social[…]
The New Redesigned SAT-Let’s Get Ready! The New Redesigned SAT! The new SAT launches in Spring 2016. The 2015 PSAT test will follow the new Redesigned SAT curriculum. Given the extensive changes, old curricula no longer prepare students for the new test. Please see enclosed a high level summary of our new SAT curriculum along[…]