New SAT Math - Calculator

This subject covers the use of a calculator to solve mathematical problems on the New SAT, enhancing students' problem-solving skills and efficiency.

Calculator Basics on the SATEfficient Arithmetic and Order of OperationsFractions, Decimals, and Conversions
Solving Equations and SystemsGraphing Functions and Analyzing GraphsWorking with Statistics and Data
Solving Finance and Shopping ProblemsGeometry and Measurement ApplicationsTime, Distance, and Rate Problems
When to Use Your CalculatorAvoiding Common Calculator PitfallsDouble-Checking and Estimating
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Study Strategies

When to Use Your Calculator

Maximizing Efficiency

Not every SAT math question requires a calculator. Use it for long calculations, decimals, fractions, and checking answers—but skip it for simple arithmetic to save time.

Pro Tips

  • Estimate before you calculate to catch mistakes.
  • Use it for questions with messy numbers or multi-step procedures.
  • Don't spend time entering every calculation—sometimes mental math is faster!

Examples

  • Using the calculator to check answers on complicated fraction problems.

  • Skipping the calculator for \( 7 + 8 \), doing it by hand instead.

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Avoiding Common Calculator Pitfalls