Questionable Predictive Validity of SAT/ACT
The predictive validity of standardized tests like the SAT and ACT has been called into question. Some research indicates that their effectiveness in forecasting the grade point average (GPA) of first-year college students is substantially exaggerated.
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An admissions committee at a university observes two trends in their data:
- Applicants from high-income families consistently score higher on the standardized entrance exam than applicants from low-income families.
- Once admitted, the college grade point averages (GPAs) of students from both income groups are, on average, nearly identical.
Which of the following conclusions about the standardized entrance exam is best supported by these observations?
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Overestimation of SAT's Predictive Validity
An admissions officer at a university reviews a study indicating that the ability of standardized tests to forecast students' first-year college grades is significantly weaker than the university's selection model assumes. What is the most direct logical consequence for the university if it continues to place heavy emphasis on these test scores?
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