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0 Real SATs is the number-one selling prep book for the SAT. Created by the test makers, it is the only source of actual previously administered full-length SATs. It also contains tips and strategies for the SAT and the writing skills section of the PSAT/NMSQT. In addition, 10 Real SATs contains a free minitest on CD-ROM that gives students a predicted SAT score and links to the College Board's Web site. Among its best-known programs are the SAT®, the PSAT/NMSQT®, and the Advanced Placement Program®. The College Board is committed to the principles of equity and excellence, and that commitment is embodied in all of its programs, services, activities, and concerns.

Preface	p. vii
Introducing the SAT	p. 1
About the SAT	p. 2
What's in the SAT	p. 3
Preparing for the Test	p. 4
Understanding Your Scores	p. 7
Using Your Scores	p. 8
Student Services	p. 9
Test-Taking Strategies	p. 11
Test-Taking Rules	p. 12
Pacing and Timing	p. 15
Guessing	p. 17
Psyching Yourself Up	p. 21
Relaxation Techniques	p. 22
About Verbal Questions	p. 25
Strategies for Tackling the Questions	p. 26
Building Vocabulary Skills	p. 28
Sentence Completion Questions	p. 31
Analogy Questions	p. 51
Critical Reading Questions	p. 69
Questions Involving Two Passages	p. 74
Vocabulary-in-Context Questions	p. 74
Verbal Practice	p. 95
Sentence Completions	p. 96
Analogies	p. 98
Critical Reading	p. 99
About Mathematics Questions	p. 103
Math Reference Information	p. 104
Types of Questions	p. 104
General Math Tips	p. 107
Strategies for Finding the Right Answer	p. 108
Calculators	p. 113
Calculators Are Recommended	p. 114
Mathematics Review	p. 115
Arithmetic	p. 118
Algebra	p. 132
Word Problems	p. 137
Geometry	p. 142
Five-Choice Multiple-Choice Questions	p. 165
Quantitative Comparison Questions	p. 195
Student-Produced Response Questions	p. 211
Strategies and Guidelines for Completing the Grids	p. 212
Mathematics Practice	p. 231
Five-Choice Multiple-Choice Questions	p. 233
Quantitative Comparison Questions	p. 236
Student-Produced Response Questions	p. 239
About the PSAT/NMSQT	p. 243
Preparing for the PSAT/NMSQT	p. 246
Sample Writing Skills Questions with Explanations	p. 248
10 Complete, Real SATs with Answer Keys	p. 261
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10 Real SATs, 3rd Edition

10 Real SATs, 3rd Edition

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