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Average SAT Score Slips Again

College Board dismisses 'a couple points,' touts test-takers' diversity

By Caroline Zimmerman, Newser User

Posted Aug 28, 2007 9:01 PM CDT

(Newser) – The average SAT score for 2007 was the lowest in years, but that's not necessarily bad news. Scores from round two of the revamped college-entrance exam declined an average of seven points nationwide, which the College Board chalks up to greater participation, particularly among students... Read full story »

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