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The following sentences test your ability to
recognize grammar and usage er...
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The Structure of an Argument
There are many ... to answering these ques-
tions. When you are given two “paired” pas-
sages, it is particularly important to know how
their central ideas compare and contrast.
Although SAT passages contain lot...
... that was rambling and mind-numbing; rather, I was hoping for
one that was _____________________ and _____________________.
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denunciation = harsh criticism; ... officers’ goals were rea-
sonable, then one would likely not disagree with
them.
SAT Practice 3: Structural Keys
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SAT Practice 6: Finding Alternatives
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of the following problems, and check that both meth-
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Keep Your Options Open
There are often many...
... theorems that are useful on the SAT.
5. Name two algebraic theorems that are useful on the SAT.
6. Name two numerical theorems that are useful on the SAT.
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sum of all the scores: ... dis-
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SAT Practice 1: Solving Equations
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Systems
A system is simply a set of equations that are true at
the same time, such as these:
Although many values for x and y “satisfy” the first
equation, ... = 2m
Divide by (...