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SAT Exam structure
Digital SAT prep with 601 original practice questions, Reading and Writing drills, Math drills, weighted mocks, flashcards, and topic recovery.
Issuer and path
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Reading and Writing
54 scored + 0 pretest
Information and ideas, craft and structure, expression of ideas, rhetorical synthesis, transitions, and standard English conventions.
Math
44 scored + 0 pretest
Algebra, advanced math, problem-solving and data analysis, geometry, trigonometry, functions, units, and quantitative reasoning.
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Official Outline Coverage Map
Coverage is mapped to official outline item counts so content depth can be checked without hard-coding a single exam.
| Topic | Official outline items | Your questions | Your flashcards | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Ideas, Details and Command of Evidence | 8 | 50 | 10 | Priority |
| Inferences and Quantitative Evidence | 8 | 48 | 10 | Strong |
| Words in Context, Structure and Purpose | 8 | 50 | 10 | Priority |
| Cross-Text Connections | 6 | 45 | 10 | Good |
| Rhetorical Synthesis, Transitions and Expression of Ideas | 8 | 48 | 10 | Priority |
| Boundaries, Punctuation and Standard English Conventions | 8 | 45 | 10 | Priority |
| Form, Structure and Sense | 8 | 45 | 10 | Strong |
| Linear Equations and Functions | 8 | 50 | 10 | Priority |
| Systems, Inequalities and Constraints | 6 | 42 | 10 | Good |
| Nonlinear Equations and Functions | 8 | 48 | 10 | Priority |
| Equivalent Expressions and Algebraic Manipulation | 6 | 40 | 10 | Strong |
| Ratios, Percents, Data Analysis and Probability | 10 | 50 | 10 | Priority |
| Geometry, Trigonometry and Measurement | 6 | 40 | 10 | Good |
How to use this guide
How to study for the SAT
Build every answer around passage evidence, standard English, rhetorical purpose, equation setup, units, graph labels, and reasonableness checks.
1. Identify the skill
Decide whether the item asks for evidence, word meaning, structure, synthesis, grammar, algebra, data, or geometry.
2. Anchor the answer
Use passage wording, notes, transitions, sentence boundaries, units, graph labels, formulas, or equations.
3. Remove traps
Eliminate answers that add outside knowledge, overstate, shift meaning, mix units, or answer a nearby question.
4. Check fit
Confirm that the final answer fits the full context and the exact quantity or sentence relationship requested.
Central Ideas, Details and Command of Evidence
Reading and Writing information questions test central ideas, details, evidence support, and accurate passage-based conclusions.
Key rules
Rule 1
Central Ideas, Details and Command of Evidence questions reward answers that stay inside the passage, data, prompt, or algebraic setup.
Exam cue: Name the skill being tested before reading the choices.
Rule 2
The strongest answer matches the exact task and avoids adding outside assumptions.
Exam cue: Anchor the answer in evidence, context, units, or the requested quantity.
Rule 3
Eliminate choices that are true in general but unsupported by the item.
Exam cue: Check that the answer fits the whole item, not just one familiar phrase.
Common traps
Choosing a plausible answer that is not supported by the given information.
Prevention: Avoid answers that add outside knowledge, overstate, change sentence meaning, mix units, ignore graph labels, or skip the exact task.
Answering a nearby skill instead of the exact question asked.
Prevention: Avoid answers that add outside knowledge, overstate, change sentence meaning, mix units, ignore graph labels, or skip the exact task.
Overlooking a qualifier, unit, transition, or graph label.
Prevention: Avoid answers that add outside knowledge, overstate, change sentence meaning, mix units, ignore graph labels, or skip the exact task.
Memory anchors
Central Idea
The central idea states the passage's main point rather than one supporting detail.
Textual Evidence
Textual evidence must directly support the answer chosen.
Relevant Detail
A relevant detail connects to the specific claim or question being asked.
Best Support
Best support answers explain why the claim follows from the passage.
Scope Match
The correct answer matches the scope of the passage and does not overreach.
Inference Limit
A valid inference follows from the text without adding new assumptions.
Specific Reference
A referenced sentence should be read in its surrounding context.
Question Focus
The question focus tells whether to find a detail, conclusion, or support.
Evidence Pair
Evidence-pair thinking links the claim to the line or phrase that proves it.
Unsupported Trap
Unsupported answers may sound reasonable but lack passage evidence.
Next best moves
Quick check-up
Use a short quiz to confirm the rule pattern is actually sticking.
Check-up Questions
Marine biologist Amina Solano observed that reef fish returned to restored coral structures within weeks, but coral-feeding species remained scarce for nearly a year. Solano argues that rebuilding physical habitat can begin recovery quickly, though full ecological relationships take longer to reestablish. Which choice best states the main idea of the text?
When composer Florence Price's Symphony No. 3 premiered in 1940, reviewers noted its blend of European symphonic form, African American musical traditions, and modern harmonies. Recent performances have renewed attention to how deliberately Price combined these influences rather than choosing among them. Which choice best states the main idea of the text?
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Official resources
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Use these links for eligibility, scheduling, handbook rules, and issuer updates. Our guide helps you study; official sources tell you what the testing partner currently requires.
College Board: What's on the SAT
Official overview of the digital SAT sections, timing, modules, and question counts.
SAT Reading and Writing
College Board overview of Reading and Writing content and skill areas.
SAT Math
College Board overview of Math content areas, calculator availability, and question types.
Official SAT Practice
College Board official practice and preparation resources.
FAQ
Common SAT questions
Is this the official SAT?
No. These are original practice questions aligned to College Board's public SAT structure and skill areas.
How many sections are on the digital SAT?
College Board describes two scored sections: Reading and Writing, and Math.
What should I study first?
Start with evidence and grammar for Reading and Writing, then linear equations, advanced math, data analysis, and geometry for Math.
Does this include adaptive modules?
The practice bank is organized by official section and topic. Weighted mocks preserve section proportions, but they are not official adaptive modules.
How should I use the 601 questions?
Use topic drills for weak skills, math mode for quantitative practice, and 98-question weighted mocks for full-section timing.