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Help needed for Career/Dream Advice So I am on your advice to take admission in some Good College... Actually the Problem with me was That I just love Physics(Whole of it)..and Maths(Except: Probability) and Chemistry related to Physical aspects and Atomic Level..Organic Chemistry is not made for me...Also I was just average at calculus. This was the Main Reason I was unable to get in Good Institues. I have rather a Practical Technical mind too much...but a little for theory..So I was just able to score 70% in CBSE. And Not too much in MAINS and Almost nothing in ADVANCED. But I want to contribute and also complete my knowledge as bets as i can get in field of AEROSPACE ENGINEERING(I have many Ideas, sketches, and much more knowledge in this field, U would’nt believe but I have in a point of view wasted but not according to me, also In AERO field I wanted my country to grow by working in DRDO/ISRO/ Also may be I can have my Company/Organisation Which I’ve though planned named since I was in 10th..I am toooo MAD at this Field). Which I cant get in INDIA for UG-Level. SO should I plan to go Institutes like MIT, USA ?? I have some Extra Cirricular activities in Science Fair and Some other Stuff too but not too much. I think of MIT cause they have good-practical approach towards study which is my likely-hood. Theory system as in India is not for My-Type of People..So Kindly Help..Thanxx :)

Help needed for Career/Dream Advice
So I am on your advice to take admission in some Good College...
Actually the Problem with me was That I just love Physics(Whole of it)..and Maths(Except: Probability) and Chemistry related to Physical aspects and Atomic Level..Organic Chemistry is not made for me...Also I was just average at calculus. This was the Main Reason I was unable to get in Good Institues. I have rather a Practical Technical mind too much...but a little for theory..So I was just able to score 70% in CBSE. And Not too much in MAINS and Almost nothing in ADVANCED. But I want to contribute and also complete my knowledge as bets as i can get in field of AEROSPACE ENGINEERING(I have many Ideas, sketches, and much more knowledge in this field, U would’nt believe but I have in a point of view wasted but not according to me, also In AERO field I wanted my country to grow by working in DRDO/ISRO/ Also may be I can have my Company/Organisation Which I’ve though planned named since I was in 10th..I am toooo MAD at this Field). Which I cant get in INDIA for UG-Level. SO should I plan to go Institutes like MIT, USA ?? I have some Extra Cirricular activities in Science Fair and Some other Stuff too but not too much. I think of MIT cause they have good-practical approach towards study which is my likely-hood. Theory system as in India is not for My-Type of People..So Kindly Help..Thanxx :)

Grade:12th pass

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Amit Shekhar IIT Kharagpur
askIITians Faculty 25 Points
9 years ago

SAT
What is SAT?
The SAT is a globally recognized college admission test that lets you show colleges what you know and how well you can apply that knowledge. It tests your knowledge of reading, writing and math — subjects that are taught every day in high school classrooms. Most students take the SAT during their junior or senior year of high school, and almost all colleges and universities use the SAT to make admission decisions.
Taking the SAT is the first step in finding the right college for you — the place where you can further develop your skills and pursue your passions. But SAT scores are just one of many factors that colleges consider when making their admission decisions. High school grades are also very important. In fact, the combination of high school grades and SAT scores is the best predictor of your academic success in college.
What does SAT tests?
The SAT doesn’t test logic or abstract reasoning. It tests the skills you’re learning in school: reading, writing and math. Your knowledge and skills in these subjects are important for success in college and throughout your life.
Thecriticalreadingsection includes reading passages and sentence completions.
Thewritingsection includes a short essay and multiple-choice questions on identifying errors and improving grammar and usage.
Themathematicssection includes questions on arithmetic operations, algebra, geometry, statistics and probability.How can I do my best on the SAT?
The best way to get ready for the SAT is to take challenging courses, study hard, and read and write in and outside of the classroom.
Studies suggest that cramming and short-term prep can’t substitute for hard work in school, but it’s certainly a good idea for you to become familiar and comfortable with the test format and question types. That’s why the best SAT practice is the PSAT/NMSQT®, which covers the same subjects under timed conditions.
You can also take advantage of ourfree online practice tools, such as an online or printable practice test, sample questions, The Official SAT Question of the Day™ and more.
Remember, a little practice goes a long way.


What is most important in college admission?
The SAT is just one factor among many that colleges use to get to know you better. It’s best to keep the test in perspective and understand that it’s only part of a comprehensive admission process that also recognizes other factors, like extracurricular activities and personal recommendations.
Every college and university uses a different combination of criteria for admission. Feel free to reach out to the schools you’re interested in to understand their unique admission policies.

Which SAT questions make it onto the exam?
Every SAT question goes through a very careful review process before making it into your exam booklet. Each question that you see has been:
Reviewed by a team of experts, including math and English teachers, to make sure that it reflects what most college-bound students are learning in school.
Thoroughly tested to make sure that it is fair for students of all backgrounds and ethnicities.Questions that don’t make it through these steps will never show up on an actual exam.

When is the best time to take SAT?
The SAT and other College Board tests are offered several times a year. Most students take the SAT for the first time during the spring of their junior year and a second time during the fall of their senior year.
General Information on the SAT

The SAT 1 or SAT as it is commonly known is a required test for students who wish to apply for admission into a university in the United States. It is usually taken by high school students in their 10th, 11th or 12th grades. Local students in the upper secondary as well as junior college levels may also take this test.
The SAT is a multiple choice test comprising Writing, Math and Critical Reading sections. Each section is graded on a scale of 800, making the total possible score in a SAT test 2400. In addition to these, the test also includes an essay writing portion which requires the student to write his/her responses to a topic statement. The essay writing portion is

considered for the overall Writing score and will be sent together with the SAT test score to the universities that you specify during test registration. Essays are graded on a scale of 0 to 12.
The duration of the test is 3 hours and 45 minutes. There are many different question types on the SAT 1 test. These are:
Type of Questions
No. of Questions
Critical Reading - Sentence Completion
19
Critical Reading - Passage Reading Comprehension
48
Writing - Spotting Sentence Errors
18
Writing - Correcting Sentences
25
Writing - Correcting Paragraphs
6
Writing - Essay
1
Math - Multiple Choice
44
Math - Student Produced Response
10
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