You already know [subject:'act' the ACT] is a timed test, and you probably already know that time crunches can make people throw common sense out the window. So today, instead of focusing on any particular section, we’re going to give you 6 rules that underlie the entire exam and can stop you from making stupid mistakes that will [info:'act-scores' cost you marks].
- Memorize the instructions for each test section before writing the exam. This tip is all about saving you time – instructions for each section can be easily found online, so don’t wait until the exam is in front of you.
- Answer the easy questions first. All questions on the ACT carry the same weight, so focus on getting the highest number of questions answered correctly.
- Don’t spend too much time thinking about the hard questions unless you’ve done everything else possible. If you’re wondering how much time is too much time to stare at a question, it’s about 2 minutes.
- Pay attention to which bubbles you’re filling in. ACT tests are marked by a computer which scans your pencil filled bubble sheet, but if you accidentally fill in the wrong bubble….. Protect yourself by circling the answer on the exam booklet as well as filling in the bubble – just make sure you take the time to double check everything before the exam is over.
- Use your test booklet for scrap paper. By jotting notes in the side margins (or wherever there is space) you’ll make it easier to come back to that question later if you realize you’re taking too much time on it.
- If all else fails, just guess. It’s not a strategy we advocate often, but since the ACT does not carry a penalty for wrong answers, you’re odds of guessing correctly are better than filling nothing in at all.
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