I've been hearing about the term 'ACT cumulative score' a lot. What does it mean exactly? Is it different from the composite score?
The term "ACT cumulative score" might lead to some confusion, as it isn't a commonly used phrase within standardized testing discussions. It's possible you might be referring to or the term has been used interchangeably with the "ACT composite score".
The ACT composite score is an average of the four subject scores (Math, English, Reading, Science) on the ACT, rounded off to the nearest whole number. These four subject scores each range from 1 to 36, and the composite score also ranges from 1 to 36. The higher your composite score, the better your ACT performance.
Always remember to refer to the score reports or testing guidelines for exact terminologies and definitions to avoid any confusion.
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