Sat math Essentials

Chapter 1
is an introduction to the SAT. It answers basic questions you may have about the exam.
Chapter 2
provides information about what to expect on the Math sections of the SAT and how best to
prepare for the SAT.
Chapter 3
is a math pretest. This test serves as a warm-up, giving you a flavor for the range of math ques-
tions found on the SAT. Answers and explanations follow the pretest.
Chapter 4
teaches strategies and techniques for acing the Math sections of the SAT.
Chapter 5
reviews concepts of numbers and operations and provides sample numbers and operations
SAT questions with explanations.
Chapter 6
reviews algebra and provides sample algebra SAT questions with explanations.
Chapter 7
reviews geometry and provides sample geometry SAT questions with explanations.
Chapter 8
reviews problem-solving skills and provides sample SAT word problems with explanations.
Chapters 9
,
10
, and 
11
are Practice Tests 1, 2, and 3. These practice tests are similar to the Math sections
of the SAT. Answers and explanations follow the practice tests.
The 
Glossary
provides definitions of all key math terms used in this book.
Introduction
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W h a t I s t h e S AT ?
The SAT Reasoning Test is a standardized test developed by the Educational Testing Service for The College Board,
an association of colleges and schools. It contains questions that test skills in math, reading, and writing.
W h y Ta k e t h e S AT ?
Most colleges require prospective students to submit SAT Reasoning Test scores as part of their applications. Col-
leges use SAT exam scores to help them evaluate the reading, writing, and math skills of prospective students. There-
fore, it is important to do your best on the SAT so you can show colleges what you are capable of accomplishing.