How to Prepare for PSAT?

Guys, my PSAT's coming up and I'm not really sure how to prepare for it. I want to do well to set a strong groundwork for the actual SAT. Any study tips or resources you guys can recommend?

One way you can prepare is by taking advantage of free resources and practice tests. The College Board, who administers the PSAT and SAT, provides a great starting point with their free practice tests. You may also use the Bluebook™ app, which allows you to preview the digital PSAT/NMSQT, and take a full-length practice test.

Finish every practice test, and understand why you got each incorrect answer, not simply acknowledging the mistake. This will help improve your understanding of the sorts of questions the PSAT presents and how you can better answer them.

Building on the previous advice, it's important to start studying early and pace yourself. Regularly review course material and practice questions. The PSAT is structured almost identically to the SAT, so studying for one is effectively studying for the other.

The PSAT, like the SAT, has two primary sections: Math, and Reading and Writing. Each section is further split into two 32-minute modules for Reading and Writing and two 35-minute modules for Math.

Besides practice tests and familiarizing yourself with the structure, it's beneficial to brush up on foundational concepts that the test will focus on. In the Math section, this might include algebra, data analysis, and some concepts from geometry and trigonometry. For the Reading and Writing section, enhancing your vocabulary, reading comprehension, and grammar skills can be advantageous.

Keep in mind, the PSAT is a great tool for indicating areas where you might need to focus for the SAT. So, treat it as an opportunity to pinpoint your strengths and weaknesses and adjust your study plan accordingly. Plenty of thorough, good luck with your preparation!