The origin and purpose of the Scholastic Aptitude Test is discussed along with the mathematical content of the test, test development and assembly procedures, tryout of new questions, score trends, curricular considerations, and special instruction to improve SAT scores. Thirty sample questions are provided in the Appendix. (MN)

The purposes and content of the ACT Mathematics Usage Test are discussed along with test development, administration, scores and score reports, research, and trends in test scores. Twenty sample questions are provided. (MN)

This study investigated issues affecting the achievement of girls talented in mathematics, focusing on those enrolled in the Advanced Placement program. Data from 1975, when boys were first admitted to all-girl classes, to 1985 are compared. Aptitude increased, achievement remained virtually unchanged, but GPAs for girls dropped. (MNS)