ACT Math

Back to Basics: How to Ace the ACT Math Section

Back to Basics: How to Ace the ACT Math Section

Vocabulary in the ACT Math section? Yep, that’s right. You might be surprised how many missed questions are the result of students just not knowing what “real value” or “irrational number” means. This may seem like basic terminology, but when these math vocab words are a focal point of the question, those are easy points lost. Ayla explains basic formulas to know and math vocabulary so you can ace the ACT Math section.

Testing Answers as an ACT Math Strategy

Testing Answers as an ACT Math Strategy

One of the most powerful ACT Math strategies is also very simple in practice: testing answers. Dani shows us exactly how helpful this tip is during all standardized tests.

The Power of Elimination - Mastering Multiple Choice

The Power of Elimination - Mastering Multiple Choice

Sure, process of elimination is one of the oldest tricks in the book, but Shadi is here to remind you why this underrated strategy is the most powerful one!

6 Math Formulas to Know Before Taking the ACT

6 Math Formulas to Know Before Taking the ACT

For many, the ACT math section feels like the final frontier on the journey to their dream score. So for your adventure, here are the top six formulas Jacob thinks you should know before the ACT!

Using Eyeballing to Solve Equations

Using Eyeballing to Solve Equations

There’s the traditional, “mathematical” way of solving ACT and SAT math questions — and then there’s eyeballing. Although it’s not a method that typical math teachers might approve of, Dani shares how it can be extremely helpful on standardized tests!

The ACT Math Shortlist

The ACT Math Shortlist

The Math section of the ACT covers a wide range of topics, from basic arithmetic and pre-algebra to logarithms, imaginary numbers, and advanced Algebra II. Here is a shortlist of topics to start with for those of you who don’t quite know where to start!

How To Handle Overwhelming ACT Math Questions

How To Handle Overwhelming ACT Math Questions

Some ACT math questions are straightforward. Some are complex. But there is a third category of math question, one that Keith calls “overwhelming.” These questions might not be all that hard, per se, but it is mighty difficult to figure out what exactly you’re supposed to do with them — thankfully, Keith is here to help.

How to Stay Sharp Over the Summer

How to Stay Sharp Over the Summer

As the school year winds down, students are understandably looking ahead eagerly to the summer break. But regardless of where you are in your high school career, Jamie reminds us why keeping our minds sharp over the break is essential.