Are you ready for SAT Math problems on ratios, proportions, percentages and rates? If you need to review the basics first, check out my previous post for that. Otherwise let’s do some SAT Math example problems. Example Problem 1 A county repairs 5 miles of public roads every month. How long will it be…
SAT Math is big on real-life word problems, this tests not only your knowledge of the theory about the linear equations, but also your ability to apply that theory. Here is a process for approaching SAT Math word problem: Quickly scan the problem. Decide for yourself if you’re familiar with it enough to spend time…
SAT Math is heavy on linear equations. Knowing this well gives you the basis for the proper set up and solution of the numerous word problems on SAT Math. So let’s go… What is a linear equation? A linear equation is an equation which when plotted makes a line. Below are some of the examples…
Factoring is an essential tool in algebra and for SAT math problem solving. It comes from the word “factor,” which means “An integer that divides into another integer exactly.” Like 2 divides into 8, also 4 divides into 8. So 2 and 4 are factors of 8, because 8 is divisible by them. 8 :…