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Nana asked:


I’m planning to apply to Stanford for Fall 2010 and I need more INFO on how I can get in. Is it true that I need the SAT test results even though I’m not a freshman?

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jazib h asked:


I am in 9th grade first year in high school.
I wanna know if you have to take SAT test in high school.
SAT

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Heather Eagar asked:


There is often nothing scarier than having to take the SAT for the first time. You are faced with so many unanswered questions regarding the exam. How long will it take? What will I be tested on? How will I be scored? How in the world can I prepare for this thing?

Because there is so much that you don’t know about taking this important college entrance exam, it’s good to engage in some form of SAT preparation. There are a number of books that can help you study on your own, but there are also some benefits to getting assistance with your SAT preparation. Here are a few …

Help from an Instructor

One of the major benefits of seeking assistance for your SAT preparation is working with an instructor. You can utilize instructor-assisted preparation over the Internet or in a classroom setting, and both are uniquely helpful as they both place you in an interactive, group environment where other students are asked to participate while the certified teacher instructs.

Whether you choose the online/offline group environment vs. the one-on-one individual tutoring environment (which is also available online or offline), you benefit from someone else providing a unique and well-informed perspective on the ins and outs of the exam. So while your preference of online or offline and individualized or group tutoring is completely up to you, it’s good to know that any of them can likely guide you more poignantly than preparing alone, especially if this is your first time taking the exam.

Motivation from Other Students

Whether you’re getting SAT prep assistance in a classroom setting, or working in a group chatting environment, the competition you can receive from other students in prep courses may just be the motivator you need to dig in and excel. There’s often no better feeling than knowing that you understanding the work you’re studying. And a way to verify this knowing is through classroom participation. So for those students who are better motivated by participation and competition with other students then getting assisted SAT preparation through group prep courses can be very beneficial.

Confidence Building

If you’ve heard about the SAT exam and maybe have even thumbed through a test prep book but still feel extremely underconfident about the exam and what to expect then assisted SAT preparation can be very beneficial. While the SAT is similar to other standardized tests in that it is timed per section, the test material is likely to be vastly different. Because there aren’t other tests that take on its specific format, it’s good to get help from someone skilled with this exam. This way, you can go from being clueless to feeling completely confident that you’re going to be prepared on the big day.

If you’re self-disciplined and love preparing for any exam on your own, then you may benefit greatly from your own personal SAT prep sessions. But if you prefer the assistance of an instructor, like being motivated by others, or are simply too unsure to go at it alone, then assisted SAT preparation is probably the best route for you to take.



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3.14=Pi asked:


I am taking the SAT next month. i want to just take the math and critical reading section. i don’t want to take the writing section of the test. is this possible to do? if it is possible then what do i need to do?

thanks to everyone that answers!

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F.A.C.T asked:


1. Prepare blocks of study time and break:

As your tests are approaching develop and plan for, blocks of study time in a typical week. Blocks ideally are around 50 minutes, but perhaps you become restless after only 30 minutes. Some difficult material may require more frequent breaks. Shorten your study blocks if necessary—but don’t forget to return to the task at hand! What you do during your break should give you an opportunity to have a snack, relax, or otherwise refresh or re-energize yourself. For example, place blocks of time when you are most productive: are you a morning person or a night owl?

2. Dedicated study spaces:

Determine a place free from distraction (no cell phone or text messaging!) where you can maximize your concentration and be free of the distractions that friends or hobbies can bring! You should also have a back-up space that you can escape to, like the library, departmental study center, even a coffee shop where you can be anonymous. A change of venue may also bring extra resources.

3. Weekly reviews:

Weekly reviews and updates are also an important strategy. Each week, like a Sunday night, review your words, your notes, your calendar. Be mindful that as deadlines and exams approach, your weekly routine must adapt to them!

4. Prioritize your assignments:

When studying, get in the habit of beginning with the most difficult subject or task. You’ll be fresh, and have more energy to take them on when you are at your best. For more difficult courses of study, try to be flexible.

5. Postpone unnecessary activities until the work is done!

Postpone tasks or routines that can be put off until your school work is finished! This can be the most difficult challenge. Distracting activities will be more enjoyable later without the pressure of the test, assignment, etc. hanging over your head. Think in terms of pride of accomplishment. Instead of saying “no” learn to say “later”.

6. Identify resources to help you

Are there tutors? An “expert friend”? Have you tried a keyword search on the Internet to get better explanations? Are there specialists in the library that can point you to resources? What about professionals and professional organizations. Using outside resources can save you time and energy, and solve problems.

7. Use your free time wisely

Think of times when you can study “bits” as when walking, riding the bus, etc. Perhaps you’ve got music to listen to for your course in music appreciation, or drills in language learning? If you are walking or biking to school, when best to listen? Perhaps you are in a line waiting? Perfect for routine tasks like flash cards, or if you can concentrate, to read or review a chapter. The bottom line is to put your time to good use.

8. Review notes and readings just before class

This may prompt a question or two about something you don’t quite understand, to ask about in class, or after. It also demonstrates to your teacher that you are interested and have prepared.

9. Review lecture notes just after class

Then review lecture material immediately after class.

The first 24 hours are critical. Forgetting is greatest within 24 hours without review!



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poopstain asked:


Im looking at becoming an air traffic controller and you can take the at-sat test but you have to score pretty high. I am looking for either a website or some information on the test. It will be greatly appreciated.

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Joe Guy asked:


i am planing to start with community college cus is cheaper, but do i still need to take SAT test and all that volunteer /H, or not it is fine if i jest graduate from high school and go to community college and transfer to UC.

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Tom Wood asked:


I was lucky enough recently to be looking for a new car after the whole family decided that it was time to get rid of my beloved Ford Escort (OK, it didn’t always start and had no power steering but I liked it, it was my home from home) and I happened upon our local Hyundai and offered the dealer the following requirements:

1: Under £10,000 total price on the road

2: Dual airbags (Driver and passenger)

3: Anti-lock brakes (ABS)

4: Power Assisted Steering

5: Remote central Locking

6: Spacious enough boot

7: General size ample enough for a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children)

After a look around the showroom we happened upon the Hyundai Accent, the three-cylinder diesel to be precise. Yah! Diesel I thought, even more savings.

But it was to get worse before it got better (did it even get better at all though).

At face value, I’d seen the Accent as a Golf equivalent, only much cheaper, it was after all about the same size and shape but with a price difference of about £3,000. Great.

I slowly began leafing through a showroom brochure of the accents, hmm 0 – 60mph in fourteen seconds certainly not the quickest off the mark now is it? Speed isn’t everything though is it, so let’s see what it performs like out on the open road, after all that’s what it was built for – driving.

Another penny dropped, well more like a huge clanger. The handling was awful, completely non-responsive and heavy you simply had to cling to the steering wheel for grim death as you cornered at any sort of speed. Pulling off the forecourt onto a small cobbled road was like hell, every bump, every crevice rang straight through my back and out of my ears. Steering wasn’t much better it handled like a Rover 404 I’d owned in the mid 80’s and yes that was before they’d thought of power steering, or rather it hadn’t yet become mainstream in vehicles.

After a terrible ride sat back in the showroom we looked at the con’s (and there where plenty) and the pro’s (there weren’t any). Perhaps the servicing was cheaper, the parts…anything. I’m clutching at straws here as you can tell.

In fact servicing wasn’t actually cheaper at all, a recent Magazine article shows that Malaysian cars can lose around 75% of their value in the first three years compared to a 45% drop on European cars.

Needless to say, that’s one car firmly scratched off our list and next Saturday it’s off to look at a Ford Focus and perhaps we’ll have a little more luck with them.

Happy Motoring.



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Soumonie Heng asked:


As most parents know nowadays, it is more important than ever for their kids to do well in school. The No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) has made the Standard of Learning (SOL) tests more important than ever by local school systems. Harder competition to get into a reputable college has added pressure to high school students to earn good grades and standardized test scores such as for the SAT or ACT. Additionally, most national universities now consider advanced level courses taken more seriously. 

Each of these factors has caused most parents to be more concerned than ever with how their children are performing academically. These factors coupled with a tougher job market often make parents feel it’s necessary for them to help ensure their children a secure future.

As the upcoming school year approaches a lot of parents ask themselves, “How can I help my child improve his or her grades and test scores? “ There are many answers to this question and I will do my best to include some ideas which I feel are the most helpful.

Make academics a priority. I can’t tell you how often as a private tutor and someone who runs a successful tutoring services company I come across parents who don’t put aside enough time for their kid’s homework. Extracurricular activities, sports, or social engagements can cause some parents to unintentionally make academics take a backseat priority. It’s ok to have your children involved in activities as long as you make sure that you have also put aside time for them to do their homework. It’s important to plan ahead and manage this carefully so that you don’t get sidetracked or overwhelmed later.     Be involved. Be involved in every aspect of your child’s academic progress. This can include overseeing that he or she does his or her homework, communicating with teachers or guidance counselors on his or her academic status or progress, and being aware of important test or exam dates. Tutoring. Finally, if you struggle with having time or being able to enforce the two points above there is help. Tutoring is a popular service that parents can turn to if they need assistance with helping their kids stay on track. A tutor can help you take some of the load off by enforcing academic structure, monitoring homework and test dates, and relaying information between you and teachers or guidance counselors. A word of warning though… hiring a tutor does not relieve you of your responsibilities as a parent in being proactive, but rather, works together with your involvement in your child’s academics as a team effort.   

If you follow these guidelines you should be on your way to helping your child succeed academically. Bear in mind that improving grades and test scores usually takes time and effort. It’s not something that occurs instantly but gradually. However, when you and your child start to experience the fruitful results of your efforts this could create the foundation for long-term success in the future.  



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