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ACT Math Tips

ACT Math can be… a lot. Maybe math was never really your thing, and now this section has you panicking. Or maybe you used to be good at it, but algebra feels like it happened three centuries ago, and you’re staring at your prep book thinking, “Where do I even start?”

Totally valid.

The truth is, no matter if you’re starting from scratch or brushing up rusty skills, there are smart ways to prep. These can make a big difference in both your confidence level going into the test, and your actual score.

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ACT Reading Tips

The ACT Reading section can feel kind of…weird.

If you’re not a big reader, just looking at four full passages might already be stressing you out. Or maybe you are a reader, but with the ACT coming up, you’ve spent most of your study time memorizing math formulas, brushing up on grammar rules, and figuring out science charts…and now you’re thinking, “Wait, how do I even study for the reading part?”

You’re not alone. The Reading section can feel a bit elusive. It’s not like the Math section where you can just drill practice problems, or the English section where you memorize rules. Reading feels harder to “crack”.

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ACT English Tips

Standardized tests aren’t exactly anyone’s idea of fun. But if you have to take the ACT anytime soon, you’re probably wondering how to study for the English section without turning into a grammar-obsessed robot. We can promise: you really don’t have to!

The good news is that the ACT English section is super learnable. Once you understand the types of questions and know what to look for, you’ll be able to spot comma splices and awkward phrasing in your sleep.

We’ll walk you through 8 no-nonsense ACT English tips to help you feel more confident on test day (and maybe even finish with a few minutes to spare).

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