<p>My March SAT scores are in. I got a 760 in CR, 750 in Writing… and a 560 in Math. Super. I can’t afford a tutor and I really need to get it up. I’m in honors precalc right now and I’m doing fine, and I’ve taken honors geometry and algebra II in high school and got an A- and an A in them, but it’s definitely my worst subject. Are there any websites, books, or strategies that would help me? I already have the blue book. Thanks!</p>
<p>Just focus on learning the fundamentals. Practice tests practice tests practice tests! Also, a test prep book such as Barrons 2400 might be cheaper than a tutor.</p>
<p>It’s all about pattern recognition. What KINDS of mistakes are you making? Triangle questions? Pattern questions? Function questions? Once you can start to identify weak areas, you’ll be in a position to really move as you hammer those weak areas. As a tutor, I can tell you that I really view that to be my primary job. Identify a weakness, and make it a strength.</p>
<p>The Blue Book is great…that should probably be your primary resource. If you want a jumpstart on identifying some of your problem areas, though, I’ve created a drill to help you pinpoint some common mistake patterns:
<a href=“PWN the SAT Math Diagnostic 1.pdf - Google Drive”>PWN the SAT Math Diagnostic 1.pdf - Google Drive;
<p>It’s about 20 questions, but they’re all questions that appear fairly commonly on the test. The answer key will tell you what kinds of questions to focus on based on what you miss.</p>
<p>Good luck, and don’t worry! You’ve got plenty of time to improve that score.</p>
<p>I reread the Kaplan Portable SAT the morning of the SAT and realized I was doing some problems totally wrong, so I recommend giving that a read.</p>
<p>Wow. I’m in the exact same situation as you, OP! I’m in honors pre-cal, but got a 560 M score. Time to stare longer at that Blue Book, I guess…</p>
<p>Thanks, everyone! It’s tempting to just say I don’t know anything, but I’ll really try to figure out what exactly I’m getting wrong. My math teacher is also an SAT tutor and she said she would help me go over some problems.</p>