Why is the S.A.T. so important in high school?

-Performance on it (or the ACT) can earn you scholarships, college entrance, and general respect/notoriety. Getting into a good school will, theoretically, lead you to a good career and happy life.Performance on it (or the ACT) can earn you scholarships, college entrance, and general respect/notoriety. Getting into a good school will, theoretically, lead you to a good career and happy life.It's one tool colleges use to judge whether or not an applicant is well-suited for their school. If you don't plan on attending college, there's no need to take the SAT.
please tell me you're kidding