Finally passed TSIA2 after three attempts — here's what actually worked

Okay so I've been lurking here for a while and I figured it was time to actually contribute something useful. I took the TSIA2 for the third time last Tuesday and I finally passed all three sections — math, reading, and writing. My first two attempts were embarrassing, honestly. I kept scoring just below the college-ready cutoff in math (kept getting like a 945 when I needed a 950) and I had no idea what I was doing wrong.

What finally clicked for me was actually sitting down with a structured TSIA2 study guide instead of just doing random YouTube videos. I spent about 3 weeks, maybe 45 minutes a day, focusing specifically on linear equations and functions because that's where I kept losing points. I also ran through a full TSIA2 practice test every 4-5 days to track my progress and get used to the pacing — the real exam moves faster than you expect.

My biggest tip: don't ignore the diagnostic section at the start. It determines what questions you see next, so you actually want to take it seriously instead of rushing through it. Anyone else have experience with the adaptive format tripping them up?