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ACT Math Review Recommendations

I need to boost my ACT Math score. Any review materials you've used and found effective? Any tips are welcome.

3 months ago

If you're looking to improve your ACT Math score, there are few strategies that might help:

1. Understand the Content Covered: ACT Math covers pre-algebra, elementary algebra, intermediate algebra, coordinate geometry, plane geometry, and trigonometry. Make sure to have a good understanding of all these areas.

2. Use ACT-Specific Prep Materials: The ACT itself provides a number of test prep resources. If you haven't already done so, try practicing with official ACT practice tests. Unlike other prep books or unofficial materials, these will reflect the actual mix of questions you can expect on test day. Also, the explanations for the answers will help you to understand where you're making mistakes.

3. Focus on Your Weak Areas: As you review your practice tests, take note of the questions you got wrong or struggled with. Focus your study time on those areas. You can make significant improvements by drilling down on your weak points.

4. Learn Test-Taking Strategies: Understanding the test format and question styles, making educated guesses, and time management can all have a significant impact on your score.

5. Consistently Review and Practice: This might sound obvious, but consistent practice is key. Set aside dedicated time each day for ACT prep and adhere to this schedule.

Remember, it's not about how many practice problems you do, but how you learn from them. After each practice problem, review the solution and make sure you understand why the answer is what it is. Time management is also crucial on the ACT Math section, so taking timed practice tests can be incredibly beneficial.

Regarding prep materials, I'd recommend CollegeVine's Blog with test prep articles and ACT's own resources, both of which offer numerous articles and sample questions to help you prepare.

3 months ago

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