Top Test Prep's SAT, ACT, LSAT and MCAT Prep Tips, Admissions Tips and Admissions Advice » SAT Prep http://toptestprep.com/blog SAT, ACT, LSAT and MCAT Prep, Admissions Tips and Admissions Advice Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:12:47 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.1 en hourly 1 SAT 2010: SAT Test Days http://toptestprep.com/blog/sat-2010-sat-test-days/ http://toptestprep.com/blog/sat-2010-sat-test-days/#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:12:47 +0000 admin http://toptestprep.com/blog/?p=653 Here’s some information on the SAT 2010: SAT Test / Exam Days:

The SAT exam will be offered on the following days for 2010-2011:

Oct. 9, 2010: SAT and Subject Tests
Nov. 6, 2010: SAT and Subject Tests
Dec. 4, 2010: SAT and Subject Tests
Jan. 22, 2011: SAT and Subject Tests
March 12, 2011: SAT Test Only
May 7, 2011: SAT and Subject Tests
June 4, 2011: SAT and Subject

In a few posts, we have discussed how to prepare for the SAT exam, here are some of the best…

Should I take the SAT or ACT?
Other SAT Test Days
How to improve your SAT scores

For more information on the SAT 2010-2011, or to get some help preparing for the exam, call (800) 501-Prep or check out SAT Tutoring.

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]]> http://toptestprep.com/blog/sat-math-word-problems-how-to-answer-sat-math/feed/ 0 The SAT Exam – All about the SAT http://toptestprep.com/blog/the-sat-exam-all-about-the-sat-exam/ http://toptestprep.com/blog/the-sat-exam-all-about-the-sat-exam/#comments Tue, 10 Aug 2010 18:22:56 +0000 admin http://toptestprep.com/blog/?p=622 Here’s some helpful information on the College Board’s SAT exam, if you are planning on taking the SAT- this should explain much about the SAT test. The video is produced by SAT prep tutors with Top Test Prep.

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Gaudy – adj. marked by conspicuous display; tastelessly showy

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If you need help with the SAT and/or ACT exams, give us a call today at (800) 501-Prep or fill out our contact form.

This is the time to improve your test scores so that you can apply to the best colleges and universities.

Top Test Prep’s private tutoring and test prep programs continue to lead the field. Be part of the best program.

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To answer this question, here are the differences between the SAT and ACT, and reasons why you should take one versus the other.

About the SAT:

The SAT is administered 7 times per year.

The SAT includes three critical reading sections, three math sections, three writing sections and one experimental section.

The SAT math section goes up to basic geometry and algebra II.

There is no science section on the SAT.

The SAT reading section includes sentence completions, short and long critical reading passages, and reading comprehension sections.

There is a penalty for wrong answers!

The highest combined score on the SAT is 2400, and the highest per section for the SAT is 800, including math, reading and writing.

Unless you’re enrolled in the SAT’s “Score Choice”, all of your scores will be reported to colleges.

About the ACT:

The ACT is administered 6 times per year.

The ACT includes four sections, including English, Math, Reading, Science Reasoning, and an optional writing test.

The ACT math goes no higher than trigonometry.

The ACT science section includes charts and experiments (theoretically, you don’t need a strong science core base before taking the test)

The ACT reading section includes four passages total.

The ACT English focuses on grammar and the ACT writing essay is similar to most standardized tests including the SAT’s essay prompt.

There is no penalty for wrong answers!

The highest combined score on the ACT is 36, and they’re averaged together for a composite score.

You can decide which schools receive your ACT scores.
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In general, we recommend taking the ACT exam over the SAT exam if your approach to problems is more straightforward. The ACT math and other sections are drier compared to the SAT, which requires a bit more reasoning and analysis. However, our SAT tutors know exactly how to give you in-depth strategies for the SAT test, as it does require more analytical thinking. Also, if you do better in school generally without having to work as hard, we always recommend taking the ACT.

We recommend taking the SAT versus the ACT exam if you have fewer issues with time management. The ACT exam requires more endurance, as students are required to do up to 60 questions in a short amount of time. Our ACT tutors can help you better understand the exam, and ways you can prepare.

If you’re unsure whether you should take either or both, you should take both tests. Your scores will likely be similar according to concordance table.

If you need help with SAT prep or ACT prep, give Top Test Prep a call at (800) 501-Prep and we’ll help you improve your scores.

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Hackneyed – adj. repeated too often; over familiar through overuse

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Facilitate – (verb) make easier;

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Effervescent – adj. marked by high spirits or excitement; bubbly and engaging

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