The SAT--What Does It Measure and Does It Still Work?.

Comras, Jay

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Publication Date: 1984

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The SAT--What Does It Measure and Does It Still Work?

Comras, Jay

NASSP Bulletin, v68 n471 p50-59 Apr 1984

Provides a general description of the aims of the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and focuses on the reasons for the recent declines in verbal and math scores. Also notes the best sorts of preparation--both general academic and specific preparation--for achieving high SAT scores. (JW)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Tests, Aptitude Tests, College Entrance Examinations, High Schools, Mathematics Achievement, Test Coaching, Test Reliability, Test Validity, Verbal Tests

Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles

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Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: SAT (College Admission Test)

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