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S.A.T. Standardized Aptitude Test. SAT Overview. Multiple Choice College Entrance Exam 3 hours and 45 min Scoring ~ 200 questions and an essay 1 point for correct answer ¼ point for incorrect answer Total of 2400 points Three Sections Critical Reading Writing Math. General Tips.
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SAT Overview • Multiple Choice College Entrance Exam • 3 hours and 45 min • Scoring • ~ 200 questions and an essay • 1 point for correct answer • ¼ point for incorrect answer • Total of 2400 points • Three Sections • Critical Reading • Writing • Math
General Tips • Fill in the bubble/answer correctly Blank Wrong Wrong Correct
General Tips • Difficulty of Questions • Starts easy, increases in difficulty • Allocate appropriate time for each question • Eliminate Choices • Increases percentage of choosing right answer • Always Choose an Answer • ¼ point deduction for wrong answer • 1 point scored for correct answer • The reward for guessing correctly is greater than penalty for guessing incorrectly
General Tips • Write in your test book • Underline keywords • Write down end time • Write notes as you read • Write equations and calculations • Time Management • Bring a watch (silent) • Leave enough for questions near end of sections
Conclusion • Can take SAT more than once • Other factors in college entrance • Use vocabulary regularly • “Word of the Day” emails • Read Newspapers • The NY Times • USA Today • Text friends • Always remember to…