About the Authors |
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ACT Computer-Based Testing |
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Introduction |
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General Test-Taking Information and Strategies |
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PART I The ACT Mathematics Test |
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Chapter 1 Format and Scoring |
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Chapter 2 ACT Mathematics Diagnostic Test |
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Chapter 3 Strategies and Techniques |
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Answer the Question That You Are Asked |
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Let the Answer Choices Guide You |
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Substitute Numbers for the Variables |
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Read the Questions Carefully |
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PART II ACT Mathematics Test Content Areas |
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Chapter 4 Content Areas Tested |
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Chapter 5 Applying Strategies, Building Skills |
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Chapter 6 Practice Test 1 with Explanations |
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Chapter 7 Practice Test 2 with Explanations |
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Chapter 8 Practice Test 3 with Explanations |
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Chapter 9 Practice Test 4 with Explanations |
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PART IV The ACT Science Test |
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Chapter 10 Format and Scoring |
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Chapter 11 ACT Science Diagnostic Test |
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Chapter 12 Strategies and Techniques |
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Apply Logic and Common Sense |
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Ignore "Sciency" Language |
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Read the Questions Carefully |
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Chapter 13 Practice Test 1 with Explanations |
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Chapter 14 Practice Test 2 with Explanations |
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Chapter 15 Practice Test 3 with Explanations |
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Chapter 16 Practice Test 4 with Explanations |
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Appendix A Glossary of Mathematics Terms and Formulas |
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Appendix B Glossary of Scientific Terms |
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Appendix C Quick Review Sheet |
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General Test-Taking Strategies |
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Math Concepts and Strategies |
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Science Concepts and Strategies |
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Appendix D Additional Resources |
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Textbooks and Human Resources |
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