Testing What Should You Know About the SAT and ACT?

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The discussion centers on key aspects of the SAT and ACT college admission tests. The SAT consists of 154 questions and takes about 3 hours, while the ACT has 215 questions and lasts approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. Both tests are scored on a scale, with average scores typically around 1050 for the SAT and 20 for the ACT. The perceived difficulty of each test varies among students, and some colleges may require one or both tests for admission, while community colleges often do not require them. The absence of SAT/ACT testing for some students before graduation can be attributed to various factors, including school policies. Eligibility for scholarships may depend on these test scores. While there are no online resources providing correct answers to every question on the tests, sample or past papers can be found on college websites. For detailed information, referring to the College Board's website is recommended.
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I have a few questions about the SAT and ACT college admission tests.

*How many questions are there on the SAT and ACT?
*How long does each test typically take to complete?
*How are the tests scored?
*What is the "average" score for both tests?
*Which test is easier?
*Do certain colleges require you to take both tests, or just one?
*Do community colleges require these tests?
*Are these tests particularly difficult?
*I did extremely well in high school (3.7 GPA) but for some reason, I was never given the SAT/ACT shortly before graduation, how come?
*Is your eligibility for a scholarship based on these tests?
 
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Some of these questions can be answered by visiting College Board's website.

Everyone, I would suggest that, given the OP's history, you think twice before responding to this thread.
 
eumyang said:
Some of these questions can be answered by visiting College Board's website.

Everyone, I would suggest that, given the OP's history, you think twice before responding to this thread.

Is there anywhere online which includes the correct answers to every question on the test?
 
SootAndGrime said:
Is there anywhere online which includes the correct answers to every question on the test?
Of course not. However, you may find sample or past papers on the college website.
 

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