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Am I allowed to bring a water bottle to the SAT?

A bag to carry your stuff. A snack and a water bottle.
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Can I bring a water bottle to my SAT?

Although you aren't allowed to consume these during the actual test, you can have them during the breaks. It's essential to stay hydrated and energized while testing, so a healthy snack and some water or an electrolyte drink are great options to bring on test day.
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Are drinks allowed at SAT?

Food and drink may be consumed only during breaks and are not allowed while taking the test. Calculators may be used only during the calculator portion of the Math Test and must be stored away while taking all other sections of the SAT.
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What can you not bring to the SAT?

Compasses, rulers, protractors, or cutting devices. Papers of any kind, including scratch paper. Earplugs. Unacceptable calculators that have computer-style (QWERTY) keyboards, use paper tape, make noise, or use a power cord.
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Can I take snacks to SAT?

Having a few snacks on hand as well as a drink can get you through the tests without your stomach complaining. We recommend against super-caffeinated or sugary beverages and snacks; while these may provide a temporary rush of energy and attentiveness, they're also more likely to make you "crash" soon after.
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Where do you put your phone during SAT?

Your phone must be completely powered off and put away at the center. If your phone makes any noise, or you are seen using it at any time (including breaks), you may be dismissed immediately, your scores may be canceled, and the device may be confiscated.
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Should I chew gum during the SAT?

Am I allowed to eat gum in the SAT? No eating or drinking in permitted during the test, no chewing gum. There is a short break when students are allowed to have a snack/drink.
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Can I drink water during the ACT?

There are no food or drinks allowed in the ACT testing facility. You will be given a break to grab a drink at the fountain or have a snack you have stashed in your locker or car, but food and drink are not allowed in the testing area.
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What time does SAT end?

The SAT starts between 8:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and typically ends around 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m., depending on whether you're writing the essay.
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What do you wear to the SAT?

Wear Comfortable Clothes

Because you'll be sitting at a table taking an exam for three hours, comfort is key. Wear pants and a shirt that are loose, soft, and comfortable. Bring a jacket, too, in case it's chilly at the testing center.
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Can you bring food and water to SAT?

Snacks/Water

There will be a couple of 5-minute breaks during the test during which you can have snacks. Snacks can be eaten outside the testing room. You will not be allowed to eat while you're actually taking the test. The test is at least 3 hours long, so having some snacks can help sustain you.
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Can I bring coffee to SAT?

A drink and snacks for your breaks.

These will likely have to stay in your bag, in a locker, or up at the test administrator's desk and will have to be consumed outside of the testing room. The SAT is a long test; drinks and snacks will help you stay hydrated, energized, and focused.
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Can I bring my phone to the SAT?

Cell phone use is prohibited; students are strongly encouraged not to bring cell phones to the test center. If your phone makes noise, or you are seen using it at any time (including breaks), you may be dismissed immediately, your scores will likely be canceled, and the device may be confiscated.
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Can I bring a Hydroflask to the SAT?

<p>Yeah, you can.
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Is the SAT 4 hours long?

The SAT clocks in at 3 hours (3 hours and 15 minutes with breaks). And if you choose to sign up for the optional essay , the SAT takes 3 hours and 50 minutes to complete (or 4 hours, 5 minutes with breaks).
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What happens if you are sick on SAT day?

Hi there! I'm sorry to hear that you're concerned about being sick on your SAT test day. If you're unable to take the test due to illness, you can request a test date change. You'll need to contact the College Board as soon as possible following your original test date to explain your situation and request the change.
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What happens if I miss my SAT?

If you're late or absent on test day, you'll need to register again and the standard testing fees will apply. Make sure you show up with everything you need.
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Where do I put my phone during ACT?

The Test Administrator must direct each student who enters the testing room with a cell phone or any other electronic device to turn it off, put it in a back pack or bag, and place the back pack or bag in a designated, secure area in the testing room that cannot be accessed during the test sessions or breaks.
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How long is the SAT test?

The SAT is a three-hour test. There are two breaks during the exam: one 10-minute break after the first section (Reading) and one five-minute break after the third section (Math — No Calculator). Including breaks, the SAT is exactly three hours and 15 minutes long.
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Can you wear an Apple watch during the ACT?

No, you shouldn't wear your smartwatch to take the ACT.

All other electronic devices, including cell phones and wearable devices, must be turned off and placed out of reach from the time you are admitted to test until you are dismissed after testing concludes."
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Can you wear pajamas to the SAT?

Wear soft, comfy clothes with layers. You don't know if the testing center will be too hot or too cold, so be sure you have clothes that can be altered to keep you comfortable and focused. Pajama pants, a t-shirt, sneakers, and a sweatshirt are usually perfect. No need to treat the test like a fashion show.
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How do I wake up before the SAT?

Wake Up!

It's a bad idea to roll out of bed and go straight to a 65-minute reading section. Instead, allow yourself plenty of time to get up and get ready before you have to leave. Once your alarm goes off, help yourself wake up completely by taking a shower. You want to be completely awake before you leave!
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Can I listen to music during the SAT?

You won't be able to listen to music on the real SAT, so you should get used to focusing without it. If you don't replicate testing conditions when you take practice tests, your score predictions might not end up being accurate!
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How many pencils can you bring to the SAT?

2 Pencils and Erasers. The SAT is a paper-based test, so you must bring several sharpened No. 2 pencils. Make sure they have erasers in good condition, as you will need to bubble in your answers on the answer sheet accurately.
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What time does SAT start and end?

While your total testing time will be 3 hours, your entire test-taking experience will look more like 3 hours and 10 minutes with the breaks. If you began your test between 8:30 and 9:00, then you'd be finished between 11:40AM and 12:10PM. At this point, you're all done with your SAT.
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