ACT for Dummies - Softcover

Are you one of the millions of students taking the ACT? Have no fear! This friendly guide gives you a competitive edge by fully preparing you for every section of the ACT, including the writing test. Plus, you'll get three complete practice tests and sample questions — all updated — along with proven test-taking strategies to improve your score. So what are you waiting for?

• Get a grip on grammar — prepare yourself for the English portion of the ACT and get a refresher on the grammar rules you once knew but may have forgotten

• You can count on it — discover time-tested strategies for scoring high on the math portion — from basic math and geometry to algebra — and those pesky word problems

• Read all about it — save time and brain cells with helpful tips on how to get through the reading passages — and still have enough time to answer the questions

• Blinded by science? — learn to analyze the various science passages and graphs and get proven techniques on how to tackle each type

• Practice makes perfect — test your skills as you go with three full-length practice exams that mirror the real deal (complete with answers and explanations)

Open the book and find:

• An overview of the exam and how it's scored

• Tips to help you gauge your strengths and weaknesses

• How to make the best use of your time

• Ways to sharpen essential grammar, writing, math, and science skills

• Practice essay questions and guidance for the optional writing test