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How to Master Geometry on the SAT

Everything to know about geometry on the SAT, in one article! What’s Covered in the SAT Geometry Section? Whether it’s because it’s been a long time since they’ve taken a geometry class, or because they don’t enjoy working with shapes, students generally find geometry questions ...
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Say Goodbye to SAT Subject Tests

Students are very familiar with the SAT and ACT standardized tests, which assess the literacy, numeracy, and writing skills of high school students preparing for post-secondary education. But did you know that College Board also previously offered smaller standardized exams tailored to different areas of ...
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What is a 99th Percentile SAT Score?

If you took the SAT recently, you’ll notice that the score report gives both a composite score and percentile score. How should you interpret these numbers? Knowing what these scores mean is important in ensuring that you are maximizing your chances to get into your ...
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Should I Retake the SAT if I Scored a 1000?

If a student receives a 1000 on the SAT, that puts them in the 39th percentile, meaning the student performed better than 39% of all test takers. For every 100 points a student wants to increase their score, about 10 more questions will need to ...
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How Long is Each Section of the SAT?

When preparing for the SAT (or any other standardized tests like the PSAT or SAT Subject Tests), the time constraints of the exam in question are always one of the primary concerns and areas of focus in preparation. As a result, many students who are ...
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Should I Get an ACT Tutor for the Reading Section?

At first glance, the ACT Reading section seems like a breeze. What’s so hard about reading passages and then answering a couple questions about them? Many students, however, find the Reading section to be unexpectedly challenging.  Your performance on the ACT Reading section will affect ...
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Which SAT Practice Test is the Hardest

There are 8 practice SAT exams offered through the College Board’s official website. These tests offer students the opportunity to simulate what taking the actual test is like, and to get an idea of what their SAT score might be. But just like with the ...
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How to Prepare for the SAT Writing Section

About the Writing Section Every SAT administered by the College Board has four sections: Reading, Writing, Math (no calculator), and Math (with a calculator). The Writing section consists of 44 multiple choice questions that students must answer in 35 minutes. Although the number of questions ...

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