<p>I took the June test this year and it seemed a lot easier than the January test. Whether or not the scales will normalize the two testings to give me the same score, a test that seems easier does inspire more confidence and gave me more time at the end of each section to look over my answers. I don’t think anyone has considered this option.</p>
<p>Also, I would agree with QuantMech that more practice of SAT sections does benefit people who take prep courses. They are familiar with the format, time pressure, and there are definitely questions and concepts that repeat themselves. </p>
<p>Finally, I have always been under the assumption that each test date is normalized with one standard deviation being the equivalent of 100 points, which would explain the variability in raw scores to scores out of 800, but would also mean that scores are based upon how smart everyone else taking the test is.</p>