The available video sequences solve selected example problems in a dynamic manner. In addition to the chapters that review the exam content, the book includes four complete practice exams. The first practice exam should be used as a diagnostic test to assess your current level of understanding of the subject matter and to establish a baseline score to improve upon.
Ideally, you should take this first diagnostic examination using the same guidelines as an actual SAT Subject Test in Physics:. A complete list of test-taking parameters and how to find your approximate raw score is provided near the end of this introduction.
You should take the other three examinations after you have completed all or portions of your review. Different students will approach this review in a variety of ways. Some may choose to work methodically through each chapter, which will require starting well before the actual exam date and setting aside adequate review time.
Keep in mind that each chapter builds on the material from previous chapters. Skimming the material too quickly, especially in chapters containing key foundational material, can result in errors throughout the entire exam. Set aside an hour or two each day to read through the chapters. Trying to cram in all the information at once is not as effective as reviewing smaller portions over time. Merely reading the solutions without actually attempting to solve the problems will not help you to understand the material.
Students who construct diagrams to represent the situations described in physics problems tend to earn better scores on the exam. Many involve the use or understanding of formulas without complicated arithmetical calculations.
Calculators are not allowed on the examination, and a list of formulas is not provided. Therefore, memorizing key physics formulas and having a working knowledge of how to manipulate variables are crucial for success.
Measurements are given using the metric system, and any mathematical problem solving will use simple numeric equations. Questions will be asked about electric and magnetic fields and forces, but will also include understanding of DC and electric circuits, capacitance, electric potentials, and electromagnetic induction.
When arriving at the testing center, the student must bring an acceptable photo ID, two 2 number 2 pencils, and the printed admission ticket to the SAT Subject Test in Physics. The student may not bring to the testing site any books, notebooks, scratch paper, pens, colored pencils, highlighters, rulers, protractors, compasses, timers, cell phones, PDAs, iPods, BlackBerries, or any digital, electronic equipment, or devices, i. A student may want to bring a silent watch to keep track of elapsed time.
It is recommended that the student begin the test by quickly scanning through all multiple choice questions first, answering those that can be easily answered, followed by continuing with the more difficult questions.
Read the questions carefully after the first scan before selecting the correct answer. Eliminate answers that are most obviously incorrect, and use the test booklet to mark these incorrect answers for reference.
The student should not take too much time on any one section or question but continue to work steadily, moving on to the next question before too much time has elapsed, particularly if the answer is not known. Allow no more than 45 seconds for each question. Make an educated guess and go to the next question.
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