How does Burd know that’s the No. 1 reason for all test optional colleges? He doesn’t say. It’s completely illogical to assume knowledge of the intricacies of all admissions policy changes at all colleges. Who did he speak with at each college to get this information? The consequence of an action does not prove the motive. It’s also a fallacy to identify such a motive as a reason why choosing to eliminate the SAT requirement wouldn’t lead to a better pool of admitted students.