Hello! I'm prepping for my ACT and trying to manage my time during the test. How long are each of the ACT sections? Thanks for your help!
Hello! Timing is an important aspect of ACT preparation. The ACT is divided into four main sections, and here's the breakdown of time allotted for each section:
1. English: This section has 75 questions, and you will have 45 minutes to complete it. That gives you about 36 seconds per question.
2. Mathematics: There are 60 questions in this section, and you have 60 minutes to finish them. This means you'll have approximately 1 minute per question.
3. Reading: The Reading section consists of 40 questions, and you're given 35 minutes to complete them. You'll have about 52.5 seconds per question.
4. Science: Just like the Reading section, there are 40 questions in the Science section, and you get 35 minutes to answer them. This also gives you around 52.5 seconds per questions.
If you choose to take the optional Writing section (ACT with Writing), you'll have an additional 40 minutes to write one essay. Keep in mind that managing time efficiently is crucial for success on the ACT. It's a good idea to practice taking timed tests to become comfortable with the time limits in each section.
I hope this information helps! Good luck with your ACT preparation!
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