Hey everyone! I'm kind of confused about the ACT composite scoring system. Can someone please explain how it works and how it's calculated? Thanks so much!
Of course! I'm happy to help clarify the ACT composite scoring system for you. The ACT has four individual sections: English, Math, Reading, and Science. Each of these sections is scored on a scale of 1 to 36. The ACT composite (overall) score is simply the average of your scores on these four sections.
To calculate your composite score, you'll need to follow these steps:
1. Add up your scores for each of the four sections (English, Math, Reading, Science).
2. Divide the sum of your section scores by 4 (since there are four sections).
3. Round the resulting decimal to the nearest whole number, as the composite score is always a whole number between 1 and 36. In most cases, if the decimal is 0.5 or higher, you'll round up; if it's below 0.5, round down.
For example, let's say your section scores are:
- English: 29
- Math: 31
- Reading: 30
- Science: 32
To calculate your composite, add these scores together: 29 + 31 + 30 + 32 = 122. Then, divide the sum by 4: 122 / 4 = 30.5. Since the decimal is 0.5, you'd round up, resulting in a composite score of 31.
Keep in mind that the ACT also provides sub-scores within some sections, such as English and Math, but these sub-scores don't factor into your composite score. Your composite score is the primary figure that colleges consider during the admissions process since it represents your overall performance on the test.
I hope this explanation helps clarify the ACT composite scoring system! Good luck with your test preparations!
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