Hey everyone, I'm a little confused about the SAT total score. What is the highest total score someone can achieve on the SAT? How is it calculated from the sections?
Hello! I understand you're curious about the SAT total score. The highest total score you can achieve on the SAT is 1600. This score is a combination of the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section and the Math section.
Each section (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, and Math) has a score range of 200 to 800. To calculate your total score, simply add your scores from the two sections. For example, if you scored a 750 on Evidence-Based Reading and Writing and a 700 on Math, your total score would be 1450 (750+700). Keep in mind that these scores are based on the number of questions you answer correctly, which is then translated into a scaled section score using the equating process that adjusts for slight variations in difficulty across different test administrations.
I hope this clears up any confusion about the SAT total score. Good luck with your studies and future testing!
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