Tag: Math
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Slaying the SAT Math Dragon with Desmos: A Calculator That Adds Fun to Function!
The SAT, a rite of passage for college-bound students, often makes us feel like we are on an epic quest through the world of numbers, equations, and geometric shapes. But fear not, for there’s a trusty sidekick in this adventure: the digital Desmos calculator. In this blog, we’ll journey through the exciting ways Desmos can…
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Sweating the SATs? A new proposal to add a Fitness Section Might Just Be Your Lifesaver!
Hey there, fitness enthusiasts and future SAT conquerors! We’ve got some exciting news to share today, and it’s bound to make your heart race (in a good way, we promise). If you’re a high school student gearing up for the SATs and are more at home in the gym than the library, you might be…
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The Purpose of Individual Math Tutoring: Ensuring Student Success
In a rapidly evolving world, the importance of a solid foundation in mathematics cannot be overstated. Mathematics is not just a subject we study in school; it’s a fundamental skill that underpins countless aspects of our daily lives and future career opportunities. Therefore, it’s crucial to note when an article like the one from AP…
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5 Triangle Trends on the SAT Math Test
Cylinders, circles, and squares; oh my! SAT Geometry doesn’t have to be scary because here at Zinkerz, we closely monitor trends in the SAT to bring our students the most up-to-date test-taking strategies to best utilize their study time. Triangles seem to be the latest trend, and there is quite a bit of variety in…
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Master the SAT: Unveiling Top 5 Data Trends in Math Section for Optimized Study Strategies
Here at Zinkerz, we closely monitor trends in the SAT to bring our students the most up-to-date test-taking strategies to utilize their study time best. When answering questions of the Problem Solving and Data Analysis sort, it’s crucial to understand topics like probability, data organization, and statistics. Let’s review some specific topics popping up on…
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5 Geometry Trends on the SAT Math Test
Previously, we looked at five trends related to algebra on the SAT Math test and how to approach a question centered around each test. But of course, there is much more on the SAT Math section than just algebra! This time, we’ll turn our attention to the types of geometry problems that have been appearing…
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How Can I Help My Child in Math Without Doing It for Them?
Teaching someone math seems like it shouldn’t be that hard. In theory, you should be able to just do the math in front of them, explaining your steps along the way, and then they will be able to do it too. But in practice, it’s not that simple. It turns out that teaching math is…
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5 Algebra Trends on the SAT Math Test
Here at Zinkerz, we closely monitor trends in the SAT to bring our students the most up-to-date test-taking strategies. We try to get inside the minds of the test makers to help our students out-think the exam! Let’s review some algebra topics popping up on the SAT recently and tackle the best way to solve…
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AP Pre-Calculus: Making AP Courses More Accessible
The accessibility of college-level courses in high schools is a hot topic in the United States and worldwide. However, for students to have the opportunity to take AP Calculus, students would need to start taking advanced courses in 9th grade—and many students are not ready to plan that far ahead when they are just starting…
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I WAS NEVER GOOD AT MATH EITHER: Things NOT to say to your child
How to talk to your child about math when you never liked math Every parent wants to help their child in school. But that can be much more difficult when children are learning subjects that their parents never felt very strong in when they learned it themselves. This issue arises most often in math, where…