Vocabulary in Context
Reading Skills
SAT Structure & Purpose
How Colleges Use the SAT
Advanced Math
100

In a passage, the word “robust” most nearly means

  •  strong or sturdy

100

The main idea of a passage is

the central point the author wants to convey

100

The SAT has two main sections

Reading & Writing; Math

100

Colleges use SAT scores to

evaluate academic readiness

100

Solve: 2x+5=15

x=5

200

In context, “mitigate the effects” most nearly means

reduce or lessen the impact

200

A tone described as “measured” means the author is

calm, balanced, and controlled

200

The SAT is scored on what scale

400–1600

200

SAT scores are often combined with what other factors

GPA, coursework, essays, activities

200

A function is linear if its graph is a

straight line

300

If an author describes a plan as “impractical at scale,” “scale” most nearly refers to

size or level of expansion

300

If an author’s purpose is “to refute,” they aim to

argue against a claim

300

The SAT is designed to measure

college readiness and academic skills

 

300

Some colleges are “test‑optional,” meaning

students may choose whether to submit SAT scores.

300

Solve: 3(x−2)=21

x=9

400

In context, “the theory is sound” most nearly means

logically valid or well‑supported

400

A passage that uses data and neutral language most likely has what tone

objective or analytical

400

Registration for the SAT is done through

the College Board website

400

High SAT scores can help students qualify for

merit scholarships

400

If f(x)=x2−4x, then f(3) equals

−3


500

If a scientist calls a result “anomalous,” the word most nearly means

unusual or deviating from the norm

500

When an author uses a hypothetical scenario to illustrate a point, their purpose is most likely

to clarify or explain an idea

500

The digital SAT uses adaptive modules. This means

your performance on the first module affects the difficulty of the second

500

Colleges may use SAT subscores to assess

strengths in specific skill areas (e.g., algebra, reading)

500

Solve the system:

2x+y=10x−y=1


x=3.67, y=2.33