SAT

 

The SAT is a standardized entrance exam used mainly for undergraduate college admissions, especially in the USA and some other countries. Let’s go step-by-step, in simple language, so everything clicks

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What does SAT stand for?

SAT does not officially stand for anything now.
Earlier, it was called Scholastic Aptitude Test, but today it’s simply known as SAT.

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Who conducts the SAT?

The exam is conducted by College Board
(The same body that conducts AP exams and PSAT.)

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Why is the SAT taken?

Students take the SAT to:

• Apply to colleges/universities abroad (mainly USA)

• Strengthen their college application

• Qualify for scholarships

• Show academic readiness for higher education

👉 Many universities are now test-optional, but a good SAT score still helps a LOT.

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Who can take the SAT?

• Usually Class 11 or 12 students

• Also gap-year students

• No age limit

• Indian students can and do take SAT

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SAT Exam Format (2024–present)

📌 Digital SAT (Important!)

The SAT is now fully digital (taken on a computer at a test center).

Sections in SAT

⏱️ Total time: ~2 hours 14 minutes

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SAT Syllabus (in easy words)

1️⃣ Reading & Writing

• Reading short passages

• Understanding main idea

• Grammar & sentence correction

• Vocabulary in context

📘 Based on school-level English, not literature-heavy.

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2️⃣ Math

• Linear equations

• Quadratic equations

• Percentages, ratios

• Graphs & data

• Basic geometry

📐 Up to Class 10–11 level math

🧮 Calculator is allowed.

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SAT Scoring System

• Score range: 400 – 1600

  • Math: 200–800

  • Reading & Writing: 200–800

What is a good score?

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How many times can you take SAT?

• You can take it multiple times

• Best score can be sent to colleges

• SAT is held several times a year