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Introduction
The
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is a standard way of measuring
a student's ability to do college work. It is one of the
basic requirements for anyone deciding to study abroad.
Your SAT score is one of the tools that helps colleges make
admission decisions.
The SAT I measures verbal and math reasoning abilities.
Three types of verbal questions are used in the SAT1:
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Analogies (19 Questions) - Analogy questions
measure your knowledge of the meanings of words, ability
to see a relationship between pairs of words and the
ability to recognize a similar or parallel relationship.
- Sentence
Completions (19 Questions) - Sentence completion
questions measure your knowledge of the meanings of
words and the ability to understand how different parts
of a sentence logically fit together.
- Critical
Reasoning (40 Questions) - Critical reading questions
measure your ability to read and think carefully about
a single reading or a pair of related passages
Three types of Maths questions are used on the SAT I:
-
Five option multiple-choice (35 questions)
- Four
option quantitative comparison (15 questions that emphasize
the concepts of equalities, inequalities and estimation)
- Student
produced response ( 10 questions that have no answer
choices provided)
Maths
concepts that should be known include Arithmetic, Algebra,
Geometry, Logical Reasoning and Probability.
The SAT II
The SAT II subject tests are one-hour, primarily multiple-choice
tests in specific subjects. It measures knowledge or skills
in a particular subject and your ability to apply that knowledge.
Many colleges may require or recommend any of the Subject
Tests given below for admission. These are used as a yardstick
of your academic achievements.
These subjects include English Literature, History (US &
World), Mathematics, Science (Biology, Chemistry & Physics),
Language Tests(Reading Only).
The SAT scoring method uses both negative and positive marking.
The multiple choice questions have negative marking where
a fraction of a point is deducted for every incorrect answer.
Frequently
Asked Questions
What
is the difference between the SAT and the PSAT/NMSQT*?
The
only difference between the SAT and the PSAT/NMSQT is the
format. Indeed, PSAT/NMSQT questions are taken from old
SAT's. Hence, all the techniques that apply to the SAT apply
to the PSAT/NMSQT.
When is the SAT given?
The
test is administered seven times a year -- usually in October,
November, December, January, March, May and June -- on Saturday
mornings. Special arrangements for schedule changes are
available.
If I didn't mail in a registration form, may I still
take the test?
On
the day of the test, walk-in registration is available,
but you must call ETS in advance. You will be accommodated
only if space is available -- it usually is.
How important is the SAT and how is it used?
It
is crucial! Although colleges may consider other factors,
the majority of admission decisions are based on only two
criteria: your SAT score and your GPA.
How many times should I take the SAT?
Most
people are better off preparing thoroughly for the test,
taking it one time and getting their top score. You can
take the test as often as you like, but some schools will
average your scores. You should call the schools to which
you are applying to find out their policy. Then plan your
stategy accordingly.
Can I cancel my score?
Yes.
To do so, you must notify ETS within 5 days after taking
the test.
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