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You lose 1/4 point for a wrong answer on the SAT 1 - guessing or not. You are encouraged to guess smart if you can eliminate at least one answer choice, though. On the ACT, however, there is not a guessing penalty so it is strongly encouraged that you answer all questions, even when you do not know the answer.
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Act easier than sat?
Some students feel the ACT is easier than the SAT, but others prefer the SAT over the ACT. It is a matter of personal preference. The SAT covers Critical Reading, Math, and Writing with a required essay. The ACT covers English, Math, Reading, and Science. Writing the essay is optional. The ACT is is based more on the content of high school courses. You may guess on the ACT with no penalty, while there is a small penalty on the SAT for guessing. I always suggest students try both tests in their junior year and then see how they feel about each. All colleges and universities will accept either test for college admission.
What is the scoring for ACT tests?
ACT tests are scored up to 36. You get point fr every answer you get correct. And, you are not penalized for any questions that you get wrong, like on the SAT.
What are the SAT and ACT?
Differences in Testing PhilosophyACTSATThe ACT strives to assess the knowledge you've acquired, meaning that the test focuses on subjects and skills taught in high school. The SAT tries to assess one's reasoning ability. It does so using tricky and confusing phrasing to determine your test-taking skills (i.e., your performance under pressure and your ability to identify what's being asked).The following information is a few years old, but may help:The act math includes some trigonometry, the SATdoes not.The act includes a science reasoning test, the SAT does not.The SAT questions, within a particular set, appear in order of difficulty - not true on the act.The SAT tests vocabulary much more than the act.The act tests English grammar, the SAT does not.The SAT is not all multiple choice.The SAT has a wrong answer penalty; the act does not.The act is more of a content-based test; the SATtest critical thinking and problem solving.There are also fee waivers available for both tests. These cover not only the test fee but provide up to four free college applications -- potentially worth hundreds of dollars. See your guidance counselor or see the related links below
What are the top scores for the SAT I and SAT II and the act?
800 points per section for the SAT, 2400 points total. 800 points per section on SAT II. 36 on ACT.
If you do not take sat or act can you still play by ncaa rules?
can you play by ncaa rules if you do not take sat or act
Do you need to take the act or sat to to enter at the university of Phoenix?
No. University of Phoenix does not require the ACT or SAT for admission.
What is the SAT and ACT scores required for Full Sail University?
Full Sail University does not require SAT or ACT scores.
How does a 1200 on the SAT compare to the ACT?
It is about a 26 or 27 on the ACT
Does yale require the ACT test?
Yes and if not ACT you must at least have the SAT. After doing the normal ACT or SAT for most Ivy League schools you must have at least 3 SAT Subject Test Scores sent.
Do you have to take the SAT or ACT to get into St. Edwards?
You must take either the SAT or the ACT to get into St. Edwards University in Austin, Texas.
Why should you always mark an answer for every grid in question on the SAT?
Because unlike multiple choice questions, there is no penalty for wrong answers in the grid-in questions. Therefore, you should answer every grid-in question because there is no risk involved.
What happens when an ACT isn't finished?
Unanswered questions are considered wrong but unlike the SAT you don't get penalized for wrong answers so its in your best interest to just fill in all remaining bubbles before times up.
