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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Most kids have very little chance of qualifying for national merit.  This is not anything to be nervous about.   [b]It’s terrible the schools still give the PSATs during a school day when the SATs are optional for so many.[/b]  [/quote]

I disagree. 
Enduring such an extensive test is good for students to experience.
Exposure to it gives students a better idea of what their K-12 education is (supposed to) be about and what knowledge base is expected for college. 
Even if you don't intend to go to college, it's nice to have a reminder that "education" isn't just about going to college; rather it is to gain an "education" and to be an "educated" citizen.
Students who might not be thinking they would go to college, or who just aren't thinking about what they need to do to be well-prepared and make a good candidate, might start thinking about it and/or raise the expectations they have for themselves.
Giving the exam to students on a school day ensures everyone has access to taking the exam; and for those who wouldn't otherwise take it but would like to take the SAT (since it is still part of many college applications), it's good to have the practice run before the SAT.[/quote]

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