Hey guys, I'm preparing for the ACT and heard something about an 'ACT Test 5'. What is it exactly, and how should I prepare for it? Any advice would be appreciated.
Responding from the perspective of a college admissions counselor, I think I can shed some light on the 'ACT Test 5' you heard about. In essence, Test 5 is a 20-minute section added by ACT for research purposes. It's typically administered after the Writing (Essay) section for students who opted to take it, so it doesn't impact your test score.
The good news is that you don't have to prepare for it specifically. The section could be on any topic, and results from Test 5 aren't reported to colleges nor students. It's mainly a tool for ACT to gauge the effectiveness of potential new questions or testing formats.
In short, focus more on the sections of the test that are scored (English, Math, Reading, Science, and, if you opt in, Writing), as these will be the ones that colleges look at. Remember to review the materials thoroughly and use practice tests to help understand the testing format and see where your strengths and weaknesses lie. Good luck with your preparation!
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