<p>Well, I read a study by the association of math teachers (can’t remember the group’s name) that said having taken calculus in hs is the best predictor of college success. Everyone’s selling something. You can design studies to prove any point. So far, we’re talking about what’s been said, not the details or hard data.</p>
<p>Yes, grammar and construction, reasoning and argument should come naturally. The issue isn’t the importance of writing and related skills- it’s this test. Overall, I think what the standardized tests show is a kid’s motivation to push him/herself to do well. That’s a nice skill to have at a tough college. But, a few points higher college gpa? Or, are we talking about point 00x? Anyone know what the real difference is?</p>