Need Help with SAT Math Formulas

Hey guys, I've started prepping for the SAT and I'm sort of stuck on the math section. Is there a comprehensive list of SAT math formulas that I can reference while studying? Appreciate the help!

Absolutely, I can provide you with a general list of some of the important formulas and concepts you should know for the SAT Math sections. This isn't by any means exhaustive, but it's a good place to start.

Algebra and Functions

1. Slope formula: m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)

2. Slope intercept form of a line: y = mx + b

3. Quadratic equation: ax² + bx + c = 0

4. Quadratic formula: x = [-b ± sqrt(b² - 4ac)] / (2a)

Geometry and Trigonometry

1. Area of a rectangle: A = lw

2. Area of a triangle: A = 1/2bh

3. Pythagorean theorem: a² + b² = c²

4. Area of a circle: A = πr²

5. Circumference of a circle: C = 2πr

6. Definition of sine, cosine, and tangent for right triangles: sin(theta) = opposite/hypotenuse, cos(theta) = adjacent/hypotenuse, tan(theta) = opposite/adjacent

Statistics and Probability

1. Mean: sum of items / number of items

2. Probability: successful outcomes / total outcomes

Systems of equations, knowledge of functions, and understanding of exponential growth/decay are also important to have down.

Try to understand not only the formulas but also why and where you use each one. This will help a great deal in tackling the problem solving and data analysis questions, which make up about 28% of the SAT Math section. Practice is key. The more you familiarize yourself with the application of these formulas through practice problems, the better you'll fare.

Good luck on your prep!