At this point, you are almost there are on the English/Writing section. Here are the question types to be on the lookout for. You know these grammar rules, you just have to recognize when they are being tested. 1. Separating two complete sentences There are only a few ways to CORRECTLY do this. You can[…]
Try these ACT Algebra Sample Problems, Answers below. 1. If A+B=7 and A-B=5 and A+B+C=10, what is the value of C. 2. Solve for y when 8.8y-4=7.7y+7 3. What is ratio of P to R if P+Q=R and P+R=2Q? 4. If 6x+3=15, what is 12x-3 equal to? 5. What is the ratio of n to m[…]
ACT Math Practice The ACT has 4 sub-sections: Pre-Algebra/Elementary Algebra, Intermediate Algebra/Coordinate Geometry, and Plane Geometry/Trigonometry Try these ACT Sample Math problems: 1. Ten pints of a 15% salt solution are mixed with 15 pints of a 10% salt solution. What is the concentration of the resulting solution in terms of its salt concentration? 2. At $2.50 per[…]
ACT Math Sample Problems Try our ACT Math Sample Problems, Answers below Jeff makes $5.00 every day from which he must spend $3.00 for various expenses. Pete makes $10.00 per day but has to spend $7.00 on expenses. If the two of them save together, how long will it take before they can buy a[…]
Set up the debate in your introduction. State the two sides of the argument and let the reader know where you stand. Avoid the passive voice throughout your essay. You active verb (see verb sheet for ideas). Do not use the verb to be (is, was, will be, are, am, etc…). Do not use the[…]
ACT Essay Writing Tips Follow these tips to get a 6 on your ACT Essay. • Set up the debate in your introduction. State the two sides of the argument and let the reader know where you stand. • Avoid the passive voice throughout your essay. You active verb (see verb sheet for ideas). Do not[…]
The SAT is Changing. Here are 10 Things to Know about the New Redesigned SAT Topic Realignment Vocab All vocabulary questions will be in context. The words will be drawn primarily from high school Tier Two lists in line with the Common Core standards. Reading Comprehension Each test will feature passages from primary sources. This[…]
SAT Evidence Based Reading and Writing The SAT is changing. Underlining as you read is a key strategy on the SAT Evidence Based Reading and Writing Section. Follow these tips to make sure you underline the right key words. Descriptive words & negation Transition words-however, yet, indeed, although, even though, instead, still, though, & whereas Verbs-underline the[…]
New Redesigned SAT Math-Heart of Algebra-Linear Equations and Functions The following math question is an example of a new math question for the Redesigned SAT, set to launch in March 2015. This question aligns with the goal of a students ability to interpret variables and constants in linear functions A team of students[…]
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