reanjr
First Post
Angcuru said:It's frustrating that our educational system places so much time and importance on these things...
It's better than basing it on GPA.
Angcuru said:...when they could spend that money on books that don't still show that man has yet to reach the moon, or on refurbishing school restrooms so they aren't health risks. Honestly, all of the brightest people I've ever met have gotten 1100's and below, and go on to be wondrous successes, in contrast to a good number of 1500 achievers I know who can't keep a steady job.
That's because the SATs are a politically correct IQ test. And IQ certainly doesn't equate to success. Hard work and commitment lead to success.
Angcuru said:I guess the lesson to learn from these failures is that you shouldn't let it go to your head. It's just a number which gets you a bit of cash if it's high enough, nothing more.
Well, it does indicate that (at least verbally) he/she learns at a great rate and is a very intelligent person. While that doesn't mean he/she will not be living in a box in 10 years, it's still something to be proud of.