Introducing Algebra

The video provides strategies for tackling the SAT math section, emphasizing the importance of focusing on easier questions first, as all questions carry equal weight. It advises against attempting all questions unless scoring above 700 and highlights the benefits of strategic guessing when at least one answer choice can be eliminated. The video also categorizes questions into 'good', 'bad', and 'ugly', suggesting students spend more time on the easier and medium questions to maximize their scores.

What is the recommended strategy for students scoring below 700 on the SAT math section?

• Attempt all questions to maximize points.

• Guess on every question to save time.

• Focus on the easier questions and avoid the hardest ones.

• Skip the first few questions and start with the difficult ones.

Which part of the SAT math section should students spend the most time on?

• The first third, known as the 'good' questions.

• The middle third, known as the 'bad' questions.

• The last third, known as the 'ugly' questions.

• All parts equally.

What should students do if they are confident with the 'good' and 'bad' questions and have time left?

• Attempt the 'ugly' questions in order.

• Review the 'good' questions again.

• Look for 'ugly' questions they are comfortable with.

• Skip the remaining questions.

What is the benefit of eliminating at least one answer choice before guessing on the SAT?

• It allows you to skip the question.

• It guarantees a correct answer.

• It increases the chance of guessing correctly.

• It reduces the penalty for a wrong answer.

Why is it important not to rush through the easier questions on the SAT?

• All questions are worth the same, so accuracy is key.

• They are worth more points than difficult questions.

• They are the only questions that count towards the score.

• Rushing helps save time for the difficult questions.