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The SAT Test:
The SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) is one of the two standardized tests (along
with the ACT) for college admissions. It measures students’ preparedness for
colleges and universities by testing the critical thinking skills that are
essential for success in undergraduate courses. The test is owned, developed and
published by the College Board. It is administered and scored by Educational
Training Systems.
The SAT Reasoning Test:
The SAT reasoning test is used for college admission and placement
processes across the U.S.A. and it measures the problem solving critical reasoning skills of a
student.
It is a 3-hour-and-45-minute test that evaluates the critical thinking, mathematical reasoning, and writing skills that are required to pursue college-level courses.
Who are the test-takers?
The SAT reasoning test is taken by high school juniors and seniors, to gain
admission into a college, for undergraduate or bachelor’s programs. They are
also very useful in gaining various scholarships offered by many universities.
Who conducts the test?
The SAT is administered by Educational Testing Services (ETS) and is conducted 6
times a year in India.
What does the test consist of?
The test has three sections divided into nine subsections.
The various sections of the SAT Reasoning Test are:
1. Critical Reading: This includes three sections – two 25 minutes long sections
and one 20 minutes long section. The questions in these sections are on Sentence Completion and Reading passages followed by some questions based on the passages.
2. Writing: This includes four sections - two 25 minute long sections, one 10
minute long section and one 25 minute long section. The questions in these sections are on
Identifying errors in sentences
Improving sentences
Improving paragraphs
Writing In the 25-minute section, a student has to write an essay and develop his/her opinion on a topic of general interest.
3. Mathematics: This includes three sections – two 25 minute long sections and
one 20 minute long section. The categories of questions are as follows.
Exponential growth
Absolute value
Functional notation
SAT II: SUBJECT TEST:
In addition to SAT reasoning
test, some colleges also require that a candidate take the SAT subject tests in areas such as English,
History, Mathematics, Science, and languages. The SAT Subject tests help the
students in demonstrating their mastery and aptitude in specific subjects. All
SATs are paper based, multiple choice tests.
Tests are scored on a scale of 200-800 per section with a total of 600-2400.
All SAT subject tests are of one hour duration.
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