This new edition of The SAT For Dummies gives you the information you need to focus on those areas that are most problematic and to ensure that you achieve the best possible score. Whether you're struggling with math, reading, or writing essays, this updated guide offers advice for tackling the toughest questions, as well as hints and tips for making the most of the time available to complete each section.

* Features four full-length practice tests (two more than prior editions) with detailed answers and explanations
* Provides reviews of foundational concepts for every section, from identifying root words and the correct use of commas to solving math word problems and using the quadratic formula
* Includes complete explanations for every question type and practice problems for every section of the test

The SAT For Dummies gives you the edge you need to successfully achieve the highest score possible!

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So you're taking the SAT — get an overview of the SAT, find out how to register for the right test at the right time, and understand how your score will be interpreted
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Read between the lines — gear up for the critical reading section and get plain-English explanations of the types of questions you'll face and the best strategies to tackle them
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Get down with grammar — discover how to apply grammar rules to error-recognition questions and sentence and paragraph revisions
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Demystify math — take a tour of the math concepts you'll need to know to tackle the math section with ease
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Practice makes perfect — get familiar with the style and content of the SAT with four practice tests, complete with answers

Open the book and find:

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What the SAT tests
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Things to bring with you on exam day
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The best way to examine reading passages
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Practice sentence completions and essays
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Grammar error recognition problems
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Math strategies that work
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Practice problems in algebra, geometry, probability and statistics, and logic
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Ten ways to eliminate exam stress

Learn to:

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Score higher on the SAT
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Sharpen your reading, writing, and math skills
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Avoid SAT tricks and traps
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Test your skills with four practice tests