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Content Alignment and Specifications

Learn about the tests in the SAT Suite of Assessments and how the exam sections are structured.

Content Alignment: Overview

The tests in the SAT Suite of Assessments measure the same skills and knowledge in ways that make sense for different grade levels.

Reading and Writing Specifications

The Reading and Writing section measures a student's ability to apply reading and writing skills and knowledge they've gained in their classes in English language arts and other subjects.

Math Specifications

The Math section measures a student's ability to apply math skills and knowledge they've gained in their classes in math and in other subjects, such as science, where math is frequently used.