Topic 4: Proportion

Welcome to Topic 4: Proportion, an essential concept in SAT Math that appears frequently in both word problems and algebra-based questions. Whether it's scale, ratios, or direct variation  proportion is a building block for many SAT questions.

If you're confused about how to set up proportions or solve them with confidence, don't worry. I’ve selected two short and effective YouTube videos that explain this topic clearly, with step-by-step examples and tricks you can apply directly on test day.

🎥 Watch These Two Videos to Understand Proportion

1️⃣ Basic Proportion & How to Solve It

🔗 Watch Video 1

This video introduces what a proportion is and how to solve it using cross multiplication. It’s perfect for beginners who want to understand the basics clearly.

2️⃣ Proportion Word Problems (SAT Style)

🔗 Watch Video 2

This second video takes it a step further — showing how proportions are used in real SAT word problems. It teaches you how to translate word problems into equations and solve them with ease.

✅ What You Should Do:

Watch both videos carefully. one for concept, one for practice.

Write down all formulas and examples in your notebook.

After watching, solve at least 5 SAT-style proportion questions from a practice book or Khan Academy.

📩 Need Help?

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Proportion is not a difficult topic once you understand the logic behind it  and these videos will help you do exactly that.

Written by

Haseeb Ahmad Khattak

Founder – Prepare SAT with Haseeb Ahmad