Common SAT Mistakes Students Make – And How to Avoid Them

Description:

Are you falling into common SAT traps without even knowing it? This blog outlines the most frequent prep and exam-day errors — and how to steer clear.

Most Common Mistakes:

• Skipping Practice Tests
• Not timing sections properly
• Ignoring weak subjects
• Cramming vocabulary without context
• Misreading multi-step math problems
• Not reviewing mock test mistakes

How to Avoid Them:

• Take weekly full-length tests
• Use timers for every section
• Maintain an error log
• Don’t leave your hardest section for last
• Eat and rest well before the test

Conclusion:

Avoiding mistakes is just as powerful as learning new concepts. Catch bad habits early, and you’ll walk into your SAT confident and ready.