Geometry Strategies - Part I
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Geometry
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Quiz: Triangles - Part I
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Quiz: Right Triangles
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Quiz: Special Right Triangles
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Quiz: Area of Quadrilaterals
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Quiz: Regular Polygons
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Quiz: Circle Properties
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Quiz: Volume and Surface Area
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Quiz: Geometry Strategies - Part II
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Quiz: Geometry
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Summary
Mastering geometry on the SAT requires both visual and logical skills, emphasizing the importance of diagrams for problem-solving.
- Always use or draw a diagram when tackling geometry problems to engage the visual part of your brain.
- Label your diagrams with given information and anything you can deduce, using symbols for perpendicular and parallel lines.
- Consider extending lines or adding new ones to facilitate calculations, and assign variables to lengths or angles as needed.
- Develop the ability to dissect diagrams, looking at both the details and the bigger picture to apply geometric properties effectively.
- Practice problems are essential for honing the skill of switching between focusing on small details and understanding the overall shape.
Chapters
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The Importance of Diagrams in Geometry
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Labeling and Modifying Diagrams
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Dissecting Diagrams: Looking Big and Small