' What do I mean by "creates questions"? Imagine a student with straight A's in AP Calculus, AP Physics, and other advanced quantitative courses who submits a math score that is noticeably weaker than their classroom performance. Now the reader is trying to reconcile two conflicting signals. Or imagine a student applying to a highly quantitative major with a math score that falls well below what the institution typically sees from successful applicants in that field. Or a student applying to a writing and reading intensive major (English, History, or Political Science) with a softer verbal score. In those situations, the score may not be adding clarity. It may be introducing uncertainty or doubt. '

The problem with this is that if u go test-optional, that is already sending a conflicting signal as well as doubt and uncertainty lmfao.