<p>Standardized testing is a controversial practice in the American public school system. Critics contend that standardized tests don&#8217;t take creativity or complex problem-solving skills into account, instead focusing solely on rote memorization. They also argue that the tests don&#8217;t serve as good predictors of future success and could be unfair to certain disadvantaged groups.</p>
<p>Whether those criticisms have any validity or not, they can lend some insight on the basic knowledge base of future U.S. citizens at a critical point in their education.</p>

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