S.A.T. Standardized Aptitude Test

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S.A.T.Standardized Aptitude Test
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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

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General Tips

• Fill in the bubble/answer correctly

Blank
Wrong
Wrong
Correct
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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

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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

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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

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Breathe.