SAT Math For Dummies

by Zegarelli, Mark

• ISBN13: 9780470620854
• ISBN10: 0470620854
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-08-02
• Publisher: For Dummies

Summary

Manage your time and ace the mathematics section of the SATScoring well on the mathematics section of the SAT exam isn't guaranteed by getting good grades in Algebra and Geometry. Turn to SAT Math For Dummies for expert advice on translating your classroom success into top scores. Loaded with test-taking strategies, two practice tests, and hundreds of problems with detailed solutions and explanations, SAT Math For Dummies helps you maximize your scores in no time. Review key math concepts and then step through example and sample problems and solutions presented in the same multiple choice and grid-in formats you'll experience on the SAT Offers an expert review of core mathematic concepts as well as ample opportunity for practice Improve important skills such as estimation and number senseSAT Math For Dummies gives you expert tips on how to make the best use of the limited time allowed and get your best possible score!

Author Biography

Mark Zegarelli holds degrees in math and English from Rutgers University. He is a math tutor and writer with over 25 years of professional experience. Zegarellli has written numerous Dummies books, including LSAT Logic Games For Dummies and Basic Math & Pre-Algebra Workbook For Dummies.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Making Plans for This SATurday: An Overview of SAT Math

SAT Math Basics

Testing 1-2-3: SAT Math Test-Taking Skills

Did They Really Cover This Stuff in School? A Review of Math Skills

The Numbers Game: Arithmetic Review

Return of the X-Men: Reviewing Algebra

Picture Perfect: Reviewing Geometry

Functions and Coordinate Geometry

From the Grab Bag: A Variety of Other SAT Math Skills

Your Problems Are Solved! SAT Problem-Solving Techniques

What's in a Word? SAT Word Problems

SAT Math Strategy

Practice Makes Perfect: SAT Math Practice Tests

Practice Test 1

Answers and Explanations for Practice Test 1

Practice Test 2

Answers and Explanations for Practice Test 2

Practice Test 3

Answers and Explanations to Practice Test 3

The Part of Tens

Ten Tips to Improve Your SAT Math Score

Ten Tips to Be at Your Best on the SAT

Index

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