Although SAT scores increased almost annually between 1963 and 1982, they have since steadily fluctuated-with a more recent trend tilting downward. This has motivated states to impose sweeping statewide testing standards.

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The statement accurately reflects the general trend observed in SAT scores over the years, where there was an increase until the early 1980s, followed by fluctuations and a more recent downward trend. This pattern, along with concerns about educational quality and college readiness, has indeed motivated many states in the U.S. to implement comprehensive testing standards to assess and improve student performance across various subjects.

Although SAT Scores Increased Almost Annually Between 1963 and 1982