Unit 1: Quantitative (Math) Section
Number and operations
Whole numbers, integers, and place value
Fractions, decimals, and percent
Order of operations
Estimation and rounding
Exponents, square roots, and scientific notation (Middle/Upper)

Number theory
Factors, multiples, primes
Divisibility rules
GCD and LCM
Odd/even and consecutive integers

Ratios, rates, and proportions
Ratios and unit rates
Direct proportion and scale
Speed, distance, and time
Percent change, discounts, and interest (simple)

Algebra
Variables and expressions
Solving linear equations and inequalities
Word problems and translating phrases
Patterns and sequences
Systems of equations (Upper)
Quadratics and factoring (Upper)
Functions and function notation (Upper)

Geometry
Lines, angles, and triangles
Perimeter, area, and volume
Circles (circumference and area)
Pythagorean Theorem
Similarity and congruence
Coordinate plane, slope, and distance (Upper)

Data analysis and probability
Mean, median, mode, and range
Reading charts, tables, and graphs
Basic probability
Counting principles (Middle/Upper)
Synonyms
Choosing the word closest in meaning
Roots, prefixes, and suffixes
Context and word connotation

Analogies (Elementary, Middle, and Upper)
Relationship types: synonym, antonym, part-to-whole, function, degree, category, characteristic
Building a “bridge sentence”

Vocabulary building
Common SSAT words
Word families and Greek/Latin roots
Passage types
Fiction and literary narratives
Humanities and biography
Science and social studies
Poetry
Argument/persuasive passages

Question types
Main idea and purpose
Details and inference
Vocabulary in context
Tone, attitude, and style
Author’s technique and structure
Figurative language
Comparing ideas and drawing conclusions
Prompt types
Creative story prompt
Personal essay prompt

Writing skills
Organization and structure
Clear thesis or story arc
Details and examples
Grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary

Time management
Plan, write, and proofread