The Math section of the digital SAT is divided into two 35-minute modules containing a total of 44 questions. Approximately 75% are multiple-choice and 25% require a student-produced response. Questions increase in difficulty within each module. Based on a student's performance in Module 1, Module 2 questions will be of higher or lower difficulty. Students can use a calculator and formula sheet throughout, and tools like scratch paper, timers, and flagging questions are available. The Math section covers Algebra, Advanced Math, Problem Solving and Data Analysis, and Geometry/Trigonometry. Strong time management and strategic use of available tools are emphasized for preparation.
The Math section of the digital SAT is divided into two 35-minute modules containing a total of 44 questions. Approximately 75% are multiple-choice and 25% require a student-produced response. Questions increase in difficulty within each module. Based on a student's performance in Module 1, Module 2 questions will be of higher or lower difficulty. Students can use a calculator and formula sheet throughout, and tools like scratch paper, timers, and flagging questions are available. The Math section covers Algebra, Advanced Math, Problem Solving and Data Analysis, and Geometry/Trigonometry. Strong time management and strategic use of available tools are emphasized for preparation.
The Math section of the digital SAT is divided into two 35-minute modules containing a total of 44 questions. Approximately 75% are multiple-choice and 25% require a student-produced response. Questions increase in difficulty within each module. Based on a student's performance in Module 1, Module 2 questions will be of higher or lower difficulty. Students can use a calculator and formula sheet throughout, and tools like scratch paper, timers, and flagging questions are available. The Math section covers Algebra, Advanced Math, Problem Solving and Data Analysis, and Geometry/Trigonometry. Strong time management and strategic use of available tools are emphasized for preparation.
The Math section of the digital SAT is divided into two 35-minute modules containing a total of 44 questions. Approximately 75% are multiple-choice and 25% require a student-produced response. Questions increase in difficulty within each module. Based on a student's performance in Module 1, Module 2 questions will be of higher or lower difficulty. Students can use a calculator and formula sheet throughout, and tools like scratch paper, timers, and flagging questions are available. The Math section covers Algebra, Advanced Math, Problem Solving and Data Analysis, and Geometry/Trigonometry. Strong time management and strategic use of available tools are emphasized for preparation.
Understanding what to anticipate on a test is one of the most important elements of preparation. This guideline focuses specifically on the Math section of the digital SAT. We’ll go over the structure of the section and give an overview of the content tested. How long is the math section? The Math Section of the digital SAT is 70 minutes long with 44 total questions. It is divided into two equal modules of 35 minutes with 22 questions each. Are all of the questions multiple-choice? No. In fact, each module contains two question types. Around 75% of the questions (14-16 per module) are multiple-choice with four answer options to choose from. The remaining 25% of questions (8-12 per module) are student-produced response questions. Are the questions arranged in a specific order? Yes. The questions within each module are arranged roughly in order of difficulty with easier questions at the beginning and harder questions towards the end of the module. What is Computer Adaptive Testing, and how does it work within the Math section? The digital SAT is a computer adaptive test, which means that the test adjusts to the level of the test- taker. The digital SAT is a section adaptive test. Module 1 of the Math section contains a combination of easy, medium, and hard questions, with a medium average difficulty. Module 2 will either have a higher proportion of easy or hard questions, based on the student’s performance in Module 1. In other words, students with a stronger performance in Module 1 will see questions targeted to a higher level of difficulty in Module 2. Can I use a calculator on the test? Yes. In fact, calculators will be permitted during the entirety of both modules of the Math section. Students can bring their own calculators or use the built-in graphing calculator on the testing platform. For more information, please check out the accepted calculator list from the following link. https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/digital/what-to-bring-do/calculator-policy What tools are available during the Math section? Students will be able to use a calculator and scratch paper. They will also be able to see a timer, eliminate answer choices, and flag questions to review later. A formula sheet will also be provided in the testing application. Which concepts are covered on the Math section of the digital SAT? The topics covered in the Math Section are: (1) Algebra (2) Advanced Math (3) Problem Solving and Data Analysis (4) Geometry and Trigonometry. Algebra: (35% of the section) 13–14 questions overall. Students will be expected to analyse and solve linear equations and inequalities, as well as analyse and solve systems of equations and inequalities. Advanced math: (35% of the section) 13–15 questions overall. Students will be expected to solve and analyse equivalent expressions, nonlinear equations in one variable, and systems of nonlinear equations. Note: nonlinear functions include quadratic, polynomial, exponential, absolute value, rational, and radical functions. Problem solving and data analysis: (15% of the section) 5–7 questions. Students will be expected to solve and use percentages, proportions, ratios, rates, and interpret data. They need to be able to compute probability, conditional probability, and evaluate statistical claims. Additionally, this may see questions regarding calculating and comparing mean, median, mode, range, and standard deviation of data. Geometry and trigonometry: (15% of the section) 5–7 questions. Students will be expected to solve perimeter, area, and volume problems for different shapes as well as answer questions about angles, triangles, right triangles, trigonometry and circles.
How should I prepare for the digital SAT Math?
Practice, practice, practice. Completing practice tests and targeted practice exercises are the best ways to familiarize yourself with the SAT and grow your knowledge of the concepts tested. Once you complete a practice test, review your results to determine which areas you excelled in and which areas need the most improvement. Then, focus on the areas that need improvement. If you need improvement across multiple areas, prioritize Algebra and Advanced Math concepts, because they make up the majority of the test. What are some basic strategies I can use on the Math section? Pacing. You need to average about 1.59 minutes per question (approximately 1 minute and 35 seconds per question). As a result, be sure to keep an eye on the time to make sure you are staying on track. When you have completed your 11th problem, you should have at least 17.5 minutes remaining. Remember, there will be a timer available to you while you are taking the test.
Flag Questions. To maintain proper pacing, flag any questions you don’t understand how to do right away and come back later if there is time remaining in the module. You do not want to spend too much time on a question you do not know how to do until you’ve answered all of the questions that you do know how to do. Use The Answer Choices. When you feel stuck on a problem, look at the answer choices to see if they can provide some direction and insight as to what the question is asking of you. When it makes sense with the problem, plug in the answer choices. Eliminate Answer Choices. Are there any choices that can easily be eliminated to give you a better chance of getting the answer correctly? For example, eliminate answer choices that are clearly too large or too small.
