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Testing reasoning & verbal abilities  \nBHS Code:110794  \nPerfect score: 1600  \nNational Average: 1060  \n*Each section is worth 200-800 points, which are added together for a combined score.  \n*There is no penalty for wrong answers, therefore do not leave anything blank.  \nACT  \nThe ACT is an achievement test. Measuring what a student learned  \nBHS Code: 110794  \nPerfect score: 36  \nNational Average: 21  \n*Each subject is worth 1-36 points, which are averaged together for a composite score.  \n*There is not a penalty for wrong answers, therefore do not leave anything blank.  \n*5 subjects: English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing. (Essay optional)  \nCOMPASS or Accuplacer Exam:  \nComputer-Adaptive College Placement Test used for acceptance at 2 year or technical colleges (SAT & ACT can be used as well) .  \n*This exam scheduled through the specific 2 year/tech college you are applying to  \n* Evaluates skill levels in Reading, Writing, & Math  \n*Helps place students in appropriate courses (college or remedial level)  \nASVAB Score Range  \nThe highest score on the ASVAB is a 99 and the lowest score is a one. Scores are based on the mean of all examinees. The ASVAB measures your knowledge and ability in ten different areas. It is not an IQ test, but the ASAVB does help the various branches of the military assess which jobs you are best suited to perform  \nBRANCH REQUIREMENTS  \nEach branch of the service has a minimum score set for entry. The higher your score the better chance you have of not only enlisting in your chosen branch but also gaining an opportunity to gain the position you want.  \n▪ Air Force – 36  \n▪ Army & National Guard – 31  \n▪ Coast Guard – 40  \n▪ Marine Corps – 32  \n▪ Navy-35","cbCaitf3B4qSAVDG","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaitf3B4qSAVDG","pdf",160123,"English","# SAT and ACT Overview\n## College Placement Tests: COMPASS and Accuplacer\n## ASVAB Military Assessment","[{\"question\":\"What is the primary difference between the SAT and ACT?\",\"answer\":\"The SAT is an aptitude test measuring reasoning and verbal abilities, whereas the ACT is an achievement test measuring what a student has learned.\"},{\"question\":\"Are there penalties for wrong answers on the SAT or ACT?\",\"answer\":\"No, there are no penalties for wrong answers on either the SAT or ACT, so students are advised not to leave any questions blank.\"},{\"question\":\"How are military branch requirements determined for the ASVAB?\",\"answer\":\"Each military branch sets a minimum score for entry, and higher scores increase the likelihood of enlisting in the chosen branch and securing a desired job position.\"}]","College and Military Entrance Exams Overview | PDF"]