Introduction
- SAT is a paper-based standardized test that is used widely for undergraduate admission purpose or program consideration for Colleges or Universities in the United States.
- It is a test used to check or access the readiness or how prepared a student is to attend college.
- The SAT Math Test covers a range of math practices, with an emphasis on problem solving, modeling, using tools strategically, and using algebraic structure.
SAT
Instead of testing you on every math topic there is, the SAT asks you to use the math that you’ll rely on most in all sorts of situations. Questions on the Math Test are designed to mirror the problem solving and modeling you’ll do in:
- College math, science, and social science courses
- The jobs that you hold
- Your personal life
| Section Name | Sub-section | Number of Questions | Time Limit (min.) | Score Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence based Reading and Writing | Reading Test | 52 | 65 | 200-800 |
| Writing and Language Test | 44 | 35 | ||
| Mathematics | Math without Calculator | 20 | 25 | 200-800 |
| Math with Calculator | 38 | 55 | ||
| Essay(optional) | - | 1 | 50 | 2 to 8 |
| Total | - | 154(155 with Essay) | 180 (230 with essay) | 400-1600 |
| Number of sections | 4 (2 EBRW; 2 Math) |
| Duration of exam | 180 minutes (without Essay) |
| Number of questions | 154 |
| Score Range | 400-1600 |
| Language of paper | English |
| Mode of examination | Pencil-paper |
| Negative marking | None |
- Most math questions will be multiple choice, but some—called grid-ins—ask you to come up with the answer rather than select the answer.
- The Math Test is divided into two portions: Math Test–Calculator and Math Test–No Calculator.
- Some parts of the test include several questions about a single scenario.
- flexibly, accurately, efficiently, and strategically
- Conceptual Understanding
- Applications
- Calculator Use
- Grid-In Questions
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