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Go into the SAT relaxed and confident by preparing with this straightforward and practical math resourceA great math score on the SAT can unlock countless opportunities, especially in the STEM fields. With the help of SAT Math For Dummies, you'll have what it takes to succeed on this challenging section of the exam. This helpful guide offers the tools and techniques you need to hone your strengths, eliminate your weaknesses, and walk into the testing room poised and prepared to conquer the math section of the SAT.You'll learn to tackle basic and advanced algebra, geometry, and trigonometry--with and without a calculator, just like you'll need to do on the test. The book also offers intuitive reviews of critical math concepts and skills - like evaluating, simplifying, and factoring algebra expressions - while preparing you for common pitfalls and traps that ensnare less prepared students.This up-to-date resource will help you:* Reduce test anxiety and stress by preparing with resources that mirror the tasks you'll have to perform on test day* Master the time-management and other test-taking strategies you'll need to get the results you want* Prove you're ready for the test by practicing with online resources that include three complete practice testsEffective practice and preparation are the keys to succeeding on the math section of the SAT. And with SAT Math For Dummies in your arsenal, you'll have the strategies, knowledge, and skills that make extraordinary results possible.
List of contents
Introduction 1Part 1: Getting Started with SAT Math 5Chapter 1: Welcome to SAT Math 7Chapter 2: Review of Pre-Algebra 17Part 2: Conquering the Heart of Algebra 37Chapter 3: Algebra I Reboot Part 1: Expressions 39Chapter 4: Algebra I Reboot Part 2: Equations and Inequalities 53Chapter 5: Linear Functions 67Chapter 6: Systems of Equations 87Part 3: Tackling Problem Solving and Data Analysis 105Chapter 7: Ratios, Proportions, and Percentages 107Chapter 8: Statistics and Probability 119Chapter 9: Understanding Data and Information from Tables and Graphs 129Part 4: Your Passport to Advanced Math 137Chapter 10: Functions 139Chapter 11: Polynomials 163Chapter 12: Quadratic Functions 179Chapter 13: Exponential and Radical Equations 207Chapter 14: Geometry and Trigonometry 225Chapter 15: Additional SAT Math Topics 245Part 5: Practice Makes Perfect: SAT Math Section Practice Tests 257Chapter 16: Practice SAT Math Test 1 259Chapter 17: Answers and Explanations for Practice SAT Math Test 1 273Chapter 18: Practice SAT Math Test 2 289Chapter 19: Answers to Practice SAT Math Test 2 305Part 6: The Part of Tens 321Chapter 20: Ten Things You Will Almost Definitely See on Your SAT Math Test 323Chapter 21: Ten Tips to Improve Your SAT Math Score 327Chapter 22: Ten Tips to Be at Your Best on the SAT 331Index 335
About the author
Mark Zegarelli is a math teacher and tutor. He graduated with degrees in math and English from Rutgers University. He has written a variety of educational books, including Basic Math & Pre-Algebra For Dummies.
Summary
Go into the SAT relaxed and confident by preparing with this straightforward and practical math resource
A great math score on the SAT can unlock countless opportunities, especially in the STEM fields. With the help of SAT Math For Dummies, you'll have what it takes to succeed on this challenging section of the exam. This helpful guide offers the tools and techniques you need to hone your strengths, eliminate your weaknesses, and walk into the testing room poised and prepared to conquer the math section of the SAT.
You'll learn to tackle basic and advanced algebra, geometry, and trigonometry--with and without a calculator, just like you'll need to do on the test. The book also offers intuitive reviews of critical math concepts and skills - like evaluating, simplifying, and factoring algebra expressions - while preparing you for common pitfalls and traps that ensnare less prepared students.
This up-to-date resource will help you:
* Reduce test anxiety and stress by preparing with resources that mirror the tasks you'll have to perform on test day
* Master the time-management and other test-taking strategies you'll need to get the results you want
* Prove you're ready for the test by practicing with online resources that include three complete practice tests
Effective practice and preparation are the keys to succeeding on the math section of the SAT. And with SAT Math For Dummies in your arsenal, you'll have the strategies, knowledge, and skills that make extraordinary results possible.
