A student has a rectangular garden with a length of 12 meters and a width of 8 meters. If they increase both dimensions by 50%, what will the area of the new garden be?
When the dimensions are increased by 50%, the new length is 12×1.5=18 meters and the new width is 8×1.5=12 meters. The area is: 18×12=288 square meters.
Read the following passage: "The Industrial Revolution was a period of rapid technological advancement that transformed societies. However, it also led to significant environmental and social challenges, such as pollution and urban overcrowding." What is the main idea of the passage?
The passage highlights the advancements of the Industrial Revolution as well as the challenges it caused, showing a balanced perspective.
Select the sentence that is grammatically correct:
The singular subject "Each" requires a singular verb ("has") and singular pronouns ("his or her"). "Their" is informal for singular use in standard academic writing.
What was one major effect of the Treaty of Versailles (1919)?
The Treaty of Versailles ended World War I and placed heavy financial reparations on Germany, contributing to economic instability and resentment, which were factors in the lead-up to World War II.
When analyzing an author's argument, which of the following should you focus on?
The SAT Essay evaluates how well you assess the author's argument by analyzing their use of evidence, logical reasoning, and rhetorical strategies. Personal opinions and humor are secondary to the argument's construction.