Hi! I'm a junior trying to improve my SAT reading score for the upcoming test. I took a practice test recently and I'm a little confused about how to calculate my reading section score. Can someone walk me through the process of converting raw scores to scaled section scores? Thanks!
Sure! I'd be happy to help you understand the process of converting your SAT Reading raw score to a scaled section score. Here's a step-by-step guide:
1. Raw Score Calculation: The raw score for the Reading section is determined by the number of correct answers. Each correct answer earns you 1 point. There's no deduction for incorrect or unanswered questions. To calculate your raw score, simply count the total number of correct answers in the Reading section.
2. Reading Test Score: Once you have your raw score, you'll need to use a score conversion table to find the corresponding Reading Test Score. These tables can be found in the College Board's Official SAT Study Guide or on their website. Keep in mind that conversion tables vary for different SAT versions, so make sure to use the table specific to the practice test you took. Locate your raw score in the left column of the conversion table, and find the corresponding Reading Test Score in the right column.
3. Total Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) Score: Your total EBRW score also includes the Writing and Language Test score. Like the Reading Test, the Writing and Language Test uses a conversion table to convert raw scores to scaled test scores. Find your Writing and Language Test score using the same conversion table. Then, add your Reading Test score and Writing and Language Test score together, and multiply the sum by 10. This will give you your combined EBRW score, which ranges from 200 to 800.
For example, if your Reading Test raw score is 40 and it corresponds to a scaled score of 35, and your Writing and Language Test raw score is also 40, which corresponds to a scaled score of 35, your total EBRW score would be (35+35) x 10 = 700.
Remember that SAT scoring can differ from test to test, so it's essential to practice using different practice tests and use the corresponding conversion tables to get a better understanding of your performance across various test versions.
Good luck with your SAT preparation, and I hope this explanation has clarified the scoring process for the Reading section!
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