I'm getting ready for my SAT and just wanted to make sure I'm understanding this correctly. Is there actually no penalty for wrong answers on the SAT? If so, should I guess if I don't know an answer or just leave it blank? Thanks in advance!
You're correct! There is no penalty for wrong answers on the SAT. The scoring system for the SAT is based on the number of correct answers you provide, without any deduction for incorrect answers. This means that it's always beneficial to guess if you're uncertain about an answer, rather than leaving the question blank. Since there's no negative impact on your score for incorrect responses, guessing can only help your score by giving you a chance to get the question right.
When you encounter a question you're unsure about, try to narrow down your options by eliminating any answer choices you believe to be incorrect. This will improve your odds of picking the correct answer and give you a better chance of earning points on that question. Good luck with your SAT preparation!
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