What are the different sections in SAT test?
What are the different sections in SAT test?
SAT Exam format:
The SAT exam consists of two sections Mathematics and Evidence based Reading and Writing. The Evidence based reading and writing further consist of two sections, one focuses on Reading and the other focuses on Writing and Language.
The Maths section again consists of two sections wherein for one section use of calculator is allowed and for the other section calculator is not allowed.
Section | Questions | Duration | Focus | Score |
Reading | 52 multiple choice questions | 65 minutes | Passages or pairs of passages to interpret, synthesize, and use evidence found in a wide range of sources which include informational graphics, such as tables, charts, and graphs, as well as multi paragraph passages in the areas of literature and literary nonfiction, the humanities, science, history and social studies, and on topics about work and career. | 200-800 with writing section included |
Writing & Language | 44 multiple–choice questions | 35 minutes | Grammar, vocabulary in context, and editing skills. The candidate is expected to analyze a series of sentences or paragraphs and decide if it makes sense. Other questions ask students to interpret graphics and to edit a part of the accompanying passage so that it clearly and accurately communicates the information in the graphics. | 200-800 with reading section included |
Math | 58 multiple choice questions (20 without calculator and 38 with calculator) | 80 minutes ( 25 without calculator and 55 with calculator) | Problem Solving and Data Analysis using ratios, percentages, and proportional reasoning, Heart of Algebra with focus on linear equations and systems, and Passport to Advanced Math with more-complex equations and the manipulation. | 200-800 |
Essay (Optional) | 1 essay | 50 minutes | The candidate has to read a passage and explain how the author builds a persuasive argument thus analyze how the author used evidence, reasoning, and stylistic and persuasive elements. | |
Complete Test | Total questions 154 | 3 hours( additional 50 minutes if optional essay included) | Total score: 400-1600 SAT Essay: Three scores ranging from 2–8 |
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- HOW TO REGISTER FOR THE SAT EXAM?
- WHAT IS THE FEES TO REGISTER FOR THE SAT?
- WHEN SHOULD ONE TAKE SAT EXAM?
- WHAT ARE THE SAT TEST DATES AVAILABLE?
- WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT SECTIONS ON THE SAT TEST?
- WHEN SHOULD ONE START PREPARING FOR THE SAT EXAM
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