The Most Important Topics On the SAT Math SectionThere are certain topics on the SAT that are more common than others. Efficient studying for the SAT involves starting with subjects that…Apr 8, 2022Apr 8, 2022
Reading Comprehension on the SAT / ACT: Method IIThere are two main methods I suggest to students in regard to how to approach the reading comprehension section. Whichever way works best…Apr 7, 2022Apr 7, 2022
The 80/20 Principle: Imaginary Numbers On the Math Section of the SATToday, we’ll discuss the famed 80/20 principle, also known as the Pareto Principle. The Pareto Principle states that that around 80% of…Apr 6, 2022Apr 6, 2022
How To Tackle Hard Questions On the SATA frequent tactic on the SAT is to skip difficult questions — or to do them last, assuming there’s time. This tactic may work if your…Apr 5, 2022Apr 5, 2022
Reading Comprehension on the SAT / ACT: Part IThere are two main methods I suggest to my students when it comes to approaching the reading comprehension section. The two methods are…Apr 4, 2022Apr 4, 2022
The Protégé Effect: an Alternative Way To Improve Your SAT / ACT ScoreAfter studying for the SAT / ACT for a while, many of my students suffer burnout. One of my suggestions in such cases is to try a variation…Apr 3, 2022Apr 3, 2022
Tone: An Important Tool In SAT / ACT Literary PassagesA powerful tool in the reading comprehension section is tone, the attitude an author or a character takes toward a specific topic. Tone is…Mar 29, 2022Mar 29, 2022
I’m often asked by parents when their children should start studying for the SAT / ACT.The point at which a student starts studying for the SAT / ACT is one of the key predictors of his / her success. Starting early, and…Mar 28, 2022Mar 28, 2022
Vague Pronouns On the SAT Writing & ACT English SectionThe SAT Writing / ACT English section often features pinpoint questions on phrases that are technically correct, but vague. Unclear writing…Mar 27, 2022Mar 27, 2022
Plugging In: Square Root Equations On the SAT / ACT Math SectionMany of my students start studying with me after a period with unsatisfactory prep courses or private tutors. And they often bring the bad…Mar 25, 2022Mar 25, 2022
