Math Question Unanswered on SAT

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In the early 80s, there was one SAT question that was literally impossible to answer

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In 1982 , a math question on the test was impossible to answer on the multiple-choice Scantron .

The correct answer hadn't even been listed.

Out of 300,000 test-takers who got that question at the time, only three wrote in to the College Board to challenge the answer.

Ultimately, they had to fix the test which cost them over $100,000 .

You instantly understand why it's not the same if the circle rolls on a flat line or rolls on a curved line." And for this person, it brought peace of mind: "This was the one SAT I took, and I remember the question that didn't have a correct answer, and it wasn't until today that I understood the right answer. I can die happy now.".

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