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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.

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No. There are colleges that do not require you to take the SAT to get in. Also a good alternative is the ACT, which is another standardized test which some people find easier to take than the SAT. But if you are looking to go to college, then the SAT is a good idea. If you are not going to college, then there is little to no reason to take it.


Is the ACT difficult, or easier, than the SAT test prep?

Being that the enrollment to each of the tests is voluntary, there is no evidence that the ACT or SAT is harder than the other. Both tests were designed for the same purpose. The specific school of choice may have an opinion as to which test needs to be completed before admission, however, which test is taken is up to the individual. Reference: http://www.petersons.com/college-search/test-prep-act-sat.aspx


Is the S.A.T a reasonable test?

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Do you have to have taken the ACT to get into college?

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