SAT Math

Overwhelmed by the SAT Math section of the test? Don’t be–we’re here to help! 🙂

What Exactly is on the SAT Math Section?

First steps first: so what exactly is on the SAT math section? When you take the test, you will find:

2 Math modules. Each module has 22 questions and is 35 minutes long.
All questions are multiple choice.
You can use a calculator on both modules (either your own, or a provided on-screen graphing calculator).
SAT Math is “section-adaptive.” You will get an easier or harder second module depending on how many questions you got right on the first module.

What are the SAT Math Topics?

Now, what exactly should you study to prepare for these sections of the test? Will you need to uncover every math concept you’ve ever learned since pre-school? Thankfully, no. Spend time reviewing just these topics:

Algebra
Averages
Combinations and permutations
Data interpretation
Exponents
Functions
Geometry
Integer properties
Probability
Percentages
Sequences
Statistics

Where Can I Find SAT Math Practice?

Oh no, that list looks like quite a lot! But don’t panic just yet, because you’re in exactly the right place. If you’re ready to start tackling these subject areas, take a look below. You’ll find all of our SAT blog posts, complete with test strategies, review tips and everything else you need to succeed on the SAT math. So go ahead and get started here:

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