Sat(r) W/CD: Your Total Solution [With CDROM] (SAT PSAT ACT (College Admission) Prep) - Softcover

Bell, Robert; Coffield, Suzanne; Davis, Anita Price

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ISBN 10: 0738608696 ISBN 13: 9780738608693

Verlag: RES & EDUCATION ASSN, 2010

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Study Smarter for the SAT® with Your Total SAT® Solution

REA’s test prep is the best way for high school students to prepare for the SAT® and raise their test scores.

Our review chapters cover all the subjects tested on the SAT®: Critical Reading, Sentence Completion, Writing, and Math. Drills and practice questions in each chapter help you assess your skills and gauge your test-readiness.

The book includes a diagnostic test plus four full-length practice tests that replicate the exam’s question format and timing. Two of the book’s practice exams are featured on our TestWare® CD with the most powerful scoring and diagnostic tools available today. Automatic scoring and instant reports help you zero in on the topics and types of questions that give you trouble now, so you’ll succeed when it counts.

Our detailed explanations of answers help you identify your strengths and weaknesses. We don’t just say which answers are right – we also explain why the other answer choices are incorrect – so you’ll be prepared on test day.

This complete SAT® package also includes a section on choosing the right college. Written by a guidance counselor, this special chapter gives you helpful information about applying to colleges.

When it's time to take the SAT®... REA has Your Total SAT® Solution!

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Mel H. Friedman, M.S., has a diversified background in mathematics and has developed test items for Educational Testing Service. His teaching experience is at both the high school and college levels. He has also authored and co-authored books on SAT® preparation.

Sally Wood, M.S., has been a certified exam reader for Educational Testing Service and a test-item writer for ACT, Inc. She has taught Advanced Placement® and dual-credit courses, and has counseled college-bound students on such topics as academic preparation, test-taking, and college admissions.

Adel Arshaghi, M.S., has written and contributed to a number of books on high school and college math on topics ranging from geometry to statistics to the peculiarities of math items on the SAT®. He has taught mathematics at both the secondary and college levels.

Michael Lee, M.A.T., is a SAT® tutor and teaches high school literature and expository writing. He began his teaching career in 1996 as an adjunct professor at New Jersey’s Mercer County Community College, where he still teaches composition on a part-time basis.

Michael McIrvin, M.A., taught university writing and literature courses for more than 12 years and has been a professional editor for more than a decade.

Penny Luczak, M.A., teaches math as a faculty member at Camden County College in New Jersey.

Drew D. Johnson, B.A., has written and contributed to a number of books on test preparation for grades K–12. He has wide-ranging experience as an educational writer, editor, and consultant.

Lina Miceli, M.A., worked for many years as a high school guidance counselor in New Jersey.

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Your Total SAT Solution

The Most Complete SAT Subject Review
Everything you need to know for the SAT, selected and presented by seasoned high school teachers and college professors with extensive SAT experience.

The Best SAT Practice Exams Available

5 practice tests based on official SAT exam questions released by the College Board – balanced to include every topic and type of question you can expect on the actual SAT.

Total Explanations of SAT Questions & Answers

Each SAT exam comes with detailed feedback on every question. We don’t just say which answers are right – but explain why the others are wrong, so you’ll be prepared for the SAT exam!

Proven Test Prep Methods

REA’s focused SAT content and practical advice have helped millions of students score higher. With our step-by-step plan, you can score higher on the SAT and get into the college of your choice!

Online Practice

Enter REA’s online world of SAT test prep resources and boost your math, reading, and essay-writing skills. Online SAT practice – study our bonus SAT questions and discover your strengths, improve your weaknesses, and maximize your SAT score.

Get the World’s Most Advanced SAT Software

REA’s SAT TestWare combines a realistic test environment with the most powerful scoring analysis and diagnostic tools available. With every SAT practice test you take, you’ll gain knowledge and confidence for the real exam. Automatic scoring and instant reports help you zero in on the topics and types of SAT questions that give you trouble now, so you’ll succeed when it counts!

Students with Disabilities –

use the only SAT software with an extended time function designed to match your test-day experience.

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MASTERING THE SAT

CHAPTER 1 - THE BEST TEST PREP AND TESTWARE®

Your Total SAT Solution gives you everything you need to master the SAT exam, get an excellent
score, and move closer to your goal of getting into the college of your choice.

Written by test-prep experts, this book will refresh your subject knowledge, boost your testtaking
skills, and test what you’ve learned. REA’s all-in-one prep package includes our exclusive
TestWare® software and bonus online practice that makes it a cinch to improve your command of must-know SAT words.

• Our comprehensive, yet concise review covers the entire SAT. We provide test-taking tips and
preparation techniques you can use on the SAT—and on other standardized tests.

• A diagnostic test helps you become comfortable with the format of the SAT and shows you
the types of questions you’ll encounter on test day.

• Four full-length practice exams replicate the SAT question format and level of difficulty. The
timed exams on our TestWare® CD offer powerful scoring analysis and diagnostic feedback, to
help you pinpoint your strengths and weaknesses.

• Each practice test answer is explained in detail. If you answer a question wrong, we’ll show
you why. We don’t just say which answer is correct, we explain why the other answer choices
are incorrect.

Bonus SAT Study Materials! Visit www.rea.com/ and enter REA’s online world of exclusive test prep resources:

• Online Practice Questions—boost your math, reading, and essay-writing skills!

• Exclusive SAT Vocabulary—hundreds of must-know SAT words you can study
anywhere!

• Free Practice SAT Exam—many colleges and universities require students to take SAT
Subject exams. REA helps you get a head start on your education by giving you a free exam.

Our goal is to help you get the best possible score on the SAT. By studying effectively and
concentrating on the material in this test prep, you’ll be ready to tackle the test.

WHAT’S THE SAT ALL ABOUT?

The SAT features two main sections (Critical Reading and Mathematics), as well as the Writing
section. Each of the three test sections (Critical Reading, Math, Writing) is scored on a 200–800
scale, making 2400 the highest score possible. You will also receive subscores on the multiple choice
and Essay portions of the Writing section. The total testing time is 3 hours, 45 minutes.

The Writing section contains an essay portion that asks you to take a position on an issue and
support it with examples from your studies and experience. The question is designed to be open ended, so you can successfully write your essay in many different ways. You are not required to
have any prior specific knowledge about the topic to write your essay.

The Writing section also includes multiple-choice questions that test your ability to identify
errors in sentences, improve sentences, and improve paragraphs. You are allotted 60 minutes to
complete the Writing section.

The Critical Reading section of the SAT focuses on vocabulary skills. A solid vocabulary is a
requirement for a good performance on all portions of Critical Reading. Other questions test your
ability to read at a quick pace while grasping a solid understanding of the material. The time allotted
for this section is 70 minutes.

The Mathematics section of the SAT includes algebra I, algebra II, arithmetic, and geometry
problems. The time allotted for the Math section is 70 minutes.

ABOUT THE TEST

Who takes the SAT? What is it used for?
Juniors and seniors in high school take the SAT. College admissions personnel use your test
results to decide if you can be admitted to their school. Because high schools across the nation
have a variety of grading systems, the SAT score is designed to put all students on an equal footing.
Your SAT score, along with your grades and other school information, helps colleges predict
how well you will do at the college level.

If you score poorly on the SAT, it does not mean you should change your plans about going to
college. Nor does it mean you will not do well in college. It just means you scored low. Should this
happen, remember that you have options:

First, you can register to take the SAT again. Use the time before the next SAT administration
to prepare as best you can. Second, a poor score does not automatically shut the door to all colleges.
College admissions officers use several criteria when reviewing applicants, such as your high
school grades, your extracurricular activities, and the levels of your courses in high school.

Who administers the test?
ETS, a client of the College Board, which owns the SAT, develops and scores the test and currently
administers it with the assistance of educators from across the United States.

When is it best to take the SAT?
You should take the test as a junior or senior in high school. We recommend taking the SAT
early in the school year. This allows you more time to retake the test if you are not satisfied with
your first set of scores.

When and where do I take the SAT?
The SAT is normally offered seven times a year nationwide. The test can be taken at hundreds
of locations throughout the country, including high schools. The standard test day is normally on
Saturday, but alternate days are permitted if a conflict—such as a religious obligation—exists.

For information on upcoming SAT testing dates, see your guidance counselor for a SAT Registration
Bulletin or contact ETS:

Educational Testing Service
Rosedale Road
Princeton, NJ 08541
phone: (609) 921–9000 | e-mail: etsinfo@ets.org | www.ets.org

Is there a registration fee?
Yes. You must pay a fee to register for the SAT. Some students may qualify to have this fee
waived. To find out if you qualify for a fee waiver, contact your guidance counselor.

Are there Accommodations for Students with Disabilities?

Many students qualify for extra time to take the SAT, but you must make these arrangements
in advance. For information, talk to your guidance counselor or contact the College Board or ETS
as above.

Our TestWare® can be adapted to accommodate your time extension. This allows you to practice
under the same extended-time accommodations that you will receive on the actual test day. To
customize your TestWare® to suit the most common extensions, visit our website at www.rea.com/ssd.

When will I receive my SAT score report? What does the report contain?
Your score report will arrive approximately four weeks after you take the test. Your high
school, any colleges you indicated on your answer sheet, and select scholarship services will also
receive your scores. An online score delivery system of secondary schools and districts is now
available. Visit the College Board’s website for information.

Your SAT score report contains your total score for all three test sections and a list of the colleges
you designated to receive your scores. Your...

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• Verlag: RES & EDUCATION ASSN
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2010
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0738608696
• ISBN 13: 9780738608693
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 868
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