Topics in geometry are prevalent in the SAT. Coordinate geometry topics that occur on the test include linear equations; figuring the circumference, radius and diameter of a circle; and understanding parabolas, hyperbolas and ellipses. Plane geometry, which includes questions relating to lines, angles, parabolas and triangles, are also found on the exam. Finally, questions regarding prisms, cubes, cylinders, pyramids and spheres -- all solid geometry subjects -- are also covered.
Questions relating to specific equations or formulas will be included to test knowledge of the proper application of such formulas and their composition. These include the quadratic formula, radical equations and exponential equations. Various basic algebraic equations will also be covered, in addition to more complex inequalities and comparative equation problems.
Basic arithmetic is a prevalent and important part of the SAT math section. Under this category, the SAT presents the most topics, as basic arithmetic is the most often studied aspect of math prior to taking the SAT. Topics include fractions, factors, multipliers, complex numbers, real numbers, averages, percentages and polynomial division.
Other SAT topics are more sparsely added throughout the exam but are nonetheless important to study. These topics include trigonometry -- trigonometric identities, graphing and coordinates -- vectors, logarithms, proofs, functions, sets, limits, roots and statistics. These topics will be variously presented as both standard mathematical equations and word problems, to assess analytical skills that apply math concepts to real-world situations.