SAT, ACT, and test prep info / tips.
Let’s face it, the SAT Math section is tricky, and math isn’t everyone’s strong suit, but don’t worry! Fortunately for you, College Board allows test-takers to use calculators in the math section, but of course they have a SAT calculator policy. We know every math problem on the SAT can be solved without a calculator. […]
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It’s your senior year of high school. Everyone is talking about where they want to go to college, and asking you what you want to major in… but you haven’t applied anywhere yet. You still need to take your standardized test. At Student-Tutor, we get this question all the time. When do you take the
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Today is the day. Your teacher informed you a week ago that you would be taking your Chemistry exam, and you studied. Hard. But your test anxiety is still creeping in. A stack of papers sits on your teacher’s desk, ready to be passed out. As she hands the test to each of your peers,
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Let’s be real. You’re probably here because you’re in dire need of SAT reading tips. We completely understand. The new SAT Reading Section is not the most interesting topic on the face of the planet. Some of those vocabulary words? Useless. Those passages? A one-way ticket to Snoozeville. You don’t have to love the SAT
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If you’re getting ready to take the SAT…chances are, you’re a little nervous about the SAT Math topics. And it’s probably just because you’re not really sure what’s coming. Will I have to do calculus? Will I need a protractor? Will I have to use pi??? But like any good warrior–or high school student–knows, half
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SAT math no calculator practice is important! Why? Let me give you an example. You’re sitting in class when your teacher asks “What is 168 divided by 34?” In a matter of seconds, a couple of students whip out their handy calculators… it’s almost a race. But you have the upper hand! Your calculator is
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Do your eyes light up every time you see an algebraic formula? Does your heart skip a beat when someone asks you to find the area of a triangle? Do you look forward to your 8 AM math class, hoping that your teacher gives you a pop quiz on angles or percentages? Do you enjoy
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With all the articles out there giving you SAT vs ACT comparisons, I bet you’d like to see something a little more visually appealing like an infographic? Yes? Well lucky for you, we re-vamped our SAT vs ACT infographic from 2016. 😉 We’re also going to break it down piece by piece with more deets!
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The ACT writing portion is optional. We know what you’re thinking — what exactly does “optional” mean? Optional as in: You won’t stand out if you do not take it? Optional as in: It’s in your best interest to skip it? OR, it doesn’t matter either way? Here are a few helpful pointers on why
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DISCLAIMER: Keep in mind, the following steps are only applicable if your child qualifies for the ACT/ SAT extra time. Please do not abuse the system and request test accommodations if you truly don’t need it. It is not fair or right. As a past SAT/ACT tutor, I can say that some students need extra
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