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Master pacing, guessing strategies, and overall ACT test-taking approaches.
Learn step-by-step with practice exercises built right in.
| Section | Questions | Time | Per Question |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 75 | 45 min | 36 sec |
| Math | 60 | 60 min | 60 sec |
| Reading | 40 | 35 min | 53 sec |
| Science | 40 |
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| 35 min |
| 53 sec |
| Writing | 1 essay | 40 min | - |
There is NO penalty for guessing on the ACT.
Cross out wrong answers to improve your odds.
Mark difficult questions and come back.
Allowed for the ENTIRE math section.
Move quickly. Most questions test grammar rules you can check fast.
Questions go from easy to hard. Do NOT get stuck on hard questions.
Do your strongest passage type first.
Most questions can be answered from the data alone. Save Conflicting Viewpoints for last.
| Composite Target | Strategy |
|---|---|
| 20-24 | Answer all, focus on easy/medium |
| 25-29 | Get all easy/medium right, attempt most hard |
| 30+ | Must get most hard questions right |
ACT Tip: The ACT rewards speed and accuracy. Practice under timed conditions.