{"id":4319,"date":"2022-04-18T19:06:51","date_gmt":"2022-04-18T13:36:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/?p=4319"},"modified":"2022-12-19T10:04:22","modified_gmt":"2022-12-19T10:04:22","slug":"crack-sat-strategies-you-must-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/crack-sat-strategies-you-must-know\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Crack SAT Exam in 2022: Strategies You Must Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">7<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span>\n<p>Every country\u2019s universities have some form of standardised test to filter out their candidates. In the case of the USA, the universities judge candidates based on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). To get into<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/ivy-league-universities-in-us-get-into-ivy-league-colleges\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">&nbsp;American universities<\/a>, you need to know how to crack SAT exam. In this blog, we have compiled the strategies and plans that you can follow for an effective SAT crack and score well in the exam. <\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #192a3d;color:#192a3d\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #192a3d;color:#192a3d\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/crack-sat-strategies-you-must-know\/#Overview_of_SAT_Exam\" title=\"Overview of SAT Exam\">Overview of SAT Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/crack-sat-strategies-you-must-know\/#SAT_Exam_Structure\" title=\"SAT Exam Structure\">SAT Exam Structure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/crack-sat-strategies-you-must-know\/#Strategies_Required_to_Crack_SAT_Exam\" title=\"Strategies Required to Crack SAT Exam\">Strategies Required to Crack SAT Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/crack-sat-strategies-you-must-know\/#Tips_Tricks_to_Crack_SAT\" title=\"Tips &amp; Tricks to Crack SAT\">Tips &amp; Tricks to Crack SAT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/crack-sat-strategies-you-must-know\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/crack-sat-strategies-you-must-know\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Get 1500+ on the SAT | How to Crack the SAT Exam &amp; Perfect Study Plan | ChetChat\" width=\"1290\" height=\"726\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6ajhp61CWSQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_of_SAT_Exam\"><\/span>Overview of SAT Exam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The SAT exam is a comprehensive exam in the USA used as a parameter for a candidate\u2019s capabilities. This exam also holds validity in Canada, UK and Australia. The Educational Testing Service administers the test and focuses on the candidate\u2019s verbal, mathematical and writing skills. It is a pen-paper test and requires great skill and strategy to score well. The score of the test can range from 400 to 1600. Around 192 countries worldwide accept SAT<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/sat-score-meaning-what-is-a-good-score-in-sat-exam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u00a0scores<\/a>\u00a0as a criterion for admission. The exam is conducted 7 times a year, and there is no limit to how many times you can sit for the exam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SAT_Exam_Structure\"><\/span>SAT Exam Structure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The SAT is a three-hour-long exam divided into two sections: Evidence-Based Reading and Writing [EBRW] and Mathematics. These sections comprehensively test your English reading, writing, language and mathematical skills. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">EBRW (Total Questions: 96, Time Limit: 100 minutes, Score Range: 200-800)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\nThe EBRW section has two parts &#8211; a Reading Test and a Writing and Language Test.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The Reading Test comprises 52 questions to be solved within a time limit of 65 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Writing and Language Test consists of 44 questions to be solved within 35 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To improve your SAT reading score, begin by creating a passage reading strategy that helps you in your SAT prep. Take an SAT practice test for the reading section. Set a timer and check whether you can complete the reading section within the required time. Finally, analyze your section, identify your weakness, and work on them. This will help you manage your time during the test and prepare the perfect strategy for your test attempt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mathematics (Score Range: 200-800)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The math with a calculator section consists of 20 questions to be solved within 25 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The math without a calculator section consists of 38 questions to be solved within 55 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\nYour SAT math test practice will be inadequate without memorising the formulae you need to ace your SAT math section. Familiarise yourself with strategies such as picking numbers, backsolving, etc. These strategies will help you solve the questions more quickly.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategies_Required_to_Crack_SAT_Exam\"><\/span>Strategies Required to Crack SAT Exam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p> Like every other competitive exam, the SAT exam requires consistent hard work and smart work to score well. It is a lengthy exam, and every second counts. Thus, students need to work consistently for months to practice and polish their time management and problem-solving abilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Week-by-Week Guide to Crack SAT<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> The preparation for SAT exam needs to be approached skillfully so you are fully prepared for it. We have divided the preparation path into weekly timeframes to help you prepare for the SATs in three months. This timeframe is not rigid and depends solely on the aspirant\u2019s capabilities. <strong>Week 1\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>During the first week, you should thoroughly assess the SAT syllabus and plan your preparation schedule accordingly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can take a sample SAT available online. This will help you get familiar with the pattern and structure of the exam and identify and understand your mistakes. This will make it easier for you to plan your preparation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After the sample SAT test, you will be able to identify your strong and weak areas in the exam. Now you can divide your preparation time according to your weak areas and work on them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look at and understand what you did wrongly in the test and how you can work on it. For example, you might be able to score well in the algebra section but do poorly in arithmetic. So, arithmetic should get more of your attention during your preparations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additionally, sample tests will help you understand the timeframe within which you were able to solve the paper and specific sections. Based on this, you can decide which sections you need to focus on more to shave off some valuable time in your test attempt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Week 2<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>You should practice equations, algebra and inequality-based questions during the second week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The concepts that are hard for you to understand or where you are making mistakes should be the focus of your preparation this week. Revise them thoroughly and understand them well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick 10 random practice questions and try to solve them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick any two writing passages and practice questions from them. You should practice 22 questions from 2 different tasks during this week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use online resources such as YouTube to watch tutorials and read books that include chapters on all the exam topics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Week 3&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Review and revise a minimum of 3 lessons of advanced mathematics and start practising trigonometry-based questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revise the concepts you learned previously and begin solving mixed-bag questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice writing passages. Make sure you read newspapers, journals and articles every day. Keep a tab on them until you sit for the test.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Week 4&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Pay attention to arithmetic-based questions as well as complex numbers during this week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice a minimum of 30 to 40 random questions from every section.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spend at least 2-3 hours every day solving questions based on comprehension passages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Read various newspaper editorials and subject-based articles and write down what you read in the form of a summary. This will help you improve your writing skills and your vocabulary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Week 5 to 8&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>This is the time to start giving mock tests. Everything you have learned in the past four weeks should be put to practice now. Write as many mock tests as you can and complete every section. This will give you a fair idea of where you stand in your preparations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the College Board\u2019s official practice guide and revise it thoroughly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Week 9 to 12&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Do supplement reading during this period.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice your coordinate geometry skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revise and review statistics lessons.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Read several longer-form pieces and practice questions on them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use an official SAT study guidebook. This book will help you find problems and their explanations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Since these are the final weeks of preparation, solve mock tests as if you are sitting for the official exam. Work on your final weak points, get a handle on time and complete the final SAT preparations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_Tricks_to_Crack_SAT\"><\/span>Tips &amp; Tricks to Crack SAT<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Divide questions into separate sections based on difficulty<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> Every student preparing for the SAT must know their weak points in every section. Focusing on all the weak points at once can be confusing and unfruitful. Instead, aspirants can divide their problematic questions into sections: easy, medium and difficult, according to their complexity. While appearing for the exam, the student should solve the easy questions first and secure some marks. Then, they should focus on medium-difficulty questions as these will take up a little more time than the easy ones. In the end, the candidate should focus on the difficult ones, which can take up a lot of time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Assess your skills before attempting the official paper<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To diagnose your skills and SAT prep, you can sit for a Preliminary SAT (PSAT). This test can help you in analysing your preparation. According to the score you obtain, you can select the<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/sat-exam-india-dates-registration-eligibility\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u00a0SAT exam date<\/a>\u00a0that matches your level of readiness for the exam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cultivate a habit to read<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>SAT English is problematic for most students as it has a lengthy comprehension. To better prepare for this section, you should read novels, newspapers, magazines, or non-fiction books from a young age. This will help you increase your reading speed, improve your grammar, and benefit your SAT prep. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Understand the format of the exam <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Familiarize yourself with the format of the paper beforehand. Most students find it difficult to understand the format of the SAT exam and cannot score well on the exam. Thus, it is better to familiarize yourself with the paper and understand the structure well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mock tests are key<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are various online and physical resources available for SAT mock tests. Mock tests can help you properly get the hang of the SAT English and SAT Maths sections and score well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Aim for a score<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> Aiming for a certain score to secure admission into your favoured college is always better. So, prepare accordingly and aim to achieve that score. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p> The SAT exam is tough for students appearing for it for the first time or the nth time. It is a tough and long-duration exam that requires determination and focus. Thus, it is better to have a well-planned schedule and strategy spanning over a few months to help you to crack SAT. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read our resources and contact our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/exams\/sat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">experts<\/a>\u00a0for further guidance to attempt and crack the SAT. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1668677067741\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>1. Is three months enough time to prepare for\u00a0SATs?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, three months can be enough for your SAT preparation if you follow a specific schedule and plan your preparations.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1668677227086\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">2. <strong>What are the anticipated SAT exam\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/ielts-exam-dates-registration-locations\/\">dates<\/a>\u00a0in India?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Indian students can appear for the SAT exams five times in an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/ielts-writing-practice-online-tests-latest-ielts-topics-for-writing\/\">academic<\/a>\u00a0year. The anticipated dates for the SAT exams in India are:<br \/>August 28, 2022<br \/>October 2, 2022<br \/>December 4, 2022<br \/>March 12, 2023<br \/>May 7, 2023<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1668677248125\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">3. <strong>How can I register for the SATs?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The deadlines for the SATs are approximately 5 weeks before the test date. You can register online or through the mail. Registering online can be a better option since it\u2019s faster and more convenient.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1668677278067\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">4. <strong>What is the SAT point scale?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The SAT point scale ranges from 400 to 1600. The two sections of the exam, namely, ERBW and Maths contribute equally to the score. Scores for the optional essays are reported separately.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">7<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span> Every country\u2019s universities have some form of standardised test to filter out their candidates. In the case of the USA, the universities judge candidates based on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). To get into&nbsp;American universities, you need to know how to crack SAT exam. 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