I'm in dire need of help for the Math section of the SAT. Are there any recommended math formula sheets to aid my practice? How reliable are these sheets? Just not sure where to find the legit ones.
For the SAT Math section, it's actually provided to test-takers in the official test booklet, so you won't need to memorize all of them. However, there are still some formulae you need to know, as they're not provided.
Though CollegeVine does not provide a comprehensive formula sheet, you can make your own by using the College Board's included formulae as a base, and adding the non-included ones that come up frequently in your studying. For example, understanding the equation of a line (y = mx + b), the Pythagorean theorem (a^2 + b^2 = c^2), and the basic properties of triangles and circles, to name a few, can be very useful for the test.
Practice is vital here. The more problems you do, the more comfortable you'll become with the formulae and how they apply to different problems.
Lastly, remember the SAT is moving to a digital format in Spring 2024. The formula list and the way you might use it could possibly be different in this new setting. You might want to review the Bluebook™ app, which allows you to preview the digital SAT and identify any possible changes to the way formulae are presented.
Remember, a formula sheet is only a tool. Your understanding and application of the formulae in different situations is what will make the difference in your score.
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