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• July 20, 2010
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  N.Y. Toughens Tests, Expects Fewer 'Proficient' Scores

  Posted: July 20th, 2010, 9:36am EDT

  The state Board of Regents agreed to change the scoring system to cut down on the high number of students who earn "proficient" scores on the exams, though they lacked basic skills in the subject areas.