What is equating?

Equating is LSAC’s method for adjusting scores across different test forms. Because no two forms are exactly equal in difficulty, each gets its own raw-to-scaled conversion table. It keeps a 165 meaning the same thing from one administration to the next.

Example: A harder form might award a 170 for one fewer correct answer than an easier form.

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A harder form might award a 170 for one fewer correct answer than an easier form.

Related glossary entry: What is scaled score?.

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Last updated October 24, 2026