SAT BASICS
How many sections are on the Digital SAT?
Two sections (Reading/Writing and Math)
In a passage the word “vital” means what?
important
What is the main idea of a passage?
The central point or message
Solve: 3x + 6 = 15
x = 3
What is the formula for the area of a triangle?
1/2(base × height)
What is the highest possible SAT score?
1600
If an author’s tone is “skeptical” how do they feel?
Doubtful or questioning
A passage written to convince readers is mainly using what purpose?
persuasion
What is the slope of the line y = 2x + 5?
2
How many degrees are in a right angle?
Which section of the SAT allows calculators?
math
“yield” can mean to do what?
give way
Historical documents often focus on what type of issues?
Political or social issues
Solve: x² = 49
x = 7 or x = -7
What theorem states that a² + b² = c²?
The Pythagorean Theorem
What organization creates the SAT?
the college board
What does the word “ambiguous” mean?
Unclear or having multiple meanings
In paired questions, Part B usually asks students to do what?
find evidence in part A
What is the vertex form of a quadratic equation?
y = a(x − h)² + k
What is sin(90°)?
1
What is one way colleges use SAT scores?
To help decide admissions and scholarships
If a scientist describes results as “negligible,” what does that mean?
So small they are unimportant
If an author uses facts and statistics, what are they most likely trying to strengthen?
Their argument or claim
hat is the solution to the system:
x + y = 10
x − y = 2
x = 6, y = 4
What is the circumference formula for a circle?
C = 2πr