Understanding Absolute Value Questions

What is the first step to take when faced with a confusing question on the SAT math section?

• Guess the answer

• Look for a pattern in the answer choices

• Ask for help

• Skip the question

Why is the absolute value always positive?

• Because it is always negative

• Because it is a constant

• Because it represents a distance

• Because it is a variable

Which of the following is a key characteristic of absolute value?

• It can be negative

• It is always zero

• It is always one

• It is always positive

What should you look for in answer choices to identify the correct one?

• The one with the most numbers

• The one that is first

• The one with a different sign

• The longest answer

In which sections of the SAT can the three-to-one split pattern appear?

• Only in the math section

• Only in the reading section

• In grammar, math, and reading sections

• Only in the writing section