Staring down the SAT Math section? Don't panic! That little reference sheet at the beginning is your friend, not a forgotten decoration. It's packed with formulas and facts that can save you precious time and brainpower. But knowing *what's* on it is only half the battle – you need to know *how* to use it effectively.
Think of it as a cheat sheet, but one the test-makers want you to use! It includes area and circumference formulas for circles, area formulas for triangles and rectangles, special right triangle relationships, and the Pythagorean Theorem. Before diving into a problem, quickly scan the sheet to see if a relevant formula jumps out at you.
However, relying *solely* on the reference sheet is a recipe for disaster. Understand the concepts behind the formulas. Know *when* to apply them. Practice using it in conjunction with your problem-solving skills. Master that, and that little sheet transforms from just information into a powerful tool for SAT success!
