New sat

You're referring to the new SAT!

The College Board, the organization that administers the SAT, introduced a new version of the test in 2016. Here are some key changes:

New Scoring System: The new SAT scores range from 200 to 1600, with a separate score for the optional essay section (2-8). The old SAT scores ranged from 600 to 2400.

No Penalty for Wrong Answers: Unlike the old SAT, there is no penalty for incorrect answers on the new test. This means that students can answer every question, even if they're not sure, without losing points.

Focus on Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: The new SAT places more emphasis on evidence-based reading and writing, which means that students are expected to support their answers with evidence from the passage.

Optional Essay Section: The essay section is now optional, and students can choose to take it or not. The essay is designed to test students' ability to analyze a passage and write a clear, concise essay.

Math Changes: The new SAT math test includes more algebra and data analysis questions, and fewer geometry questions. The test also includes a "no-calculator" section, where students are required to solve math problems without using a calculator.

Calculator Policy: Students are allowed to use calculators on the math test, but they are not required to do so. The test includes a mix of calculator-allowed and calculator-prohibited questions.

Test Format: The new SAT is a 3-hour test, with the following format:

Overall, the new SAT is designed to be more focused on the skills and knowledge that students need to succeed in college and beyond.