SAT
ACT
How to prepare
Why
The Difference
100

Does the SAT allow calculators?

No.

100

Is the ACT multiple choice?

Yes
100

Prepare for the SAT by...

-using online prep courses
-study
-ask teachers for help/advice
-take practice tests

100

Why preparing is important for SAT?

It helps you qualify for scholarships and colleges.

100

Which one has more math problems?

ACT

200

What are the main sections of the SAT?

Math, Evidence-based reading, and writing

200

What sections does the ACT test on?

English, math, reading, and science

200

You should not use your wrong answers from the practice test to study.

True or False?

False, You should use your wrong answers to study and help you get familiar with the test

200

 Why is it important to prepare for the ACT?

-colleges typically require test scores
-high score can get you financially aid money
-it might be required to take it
-you're expected to make higher score on the ACT than the SAT

200

Which test has a science portion?

the ACT

300

How much time do you get on the SAT?

3 hours

300

How much time do you get on the ACT?

2 hours and 55 minutes. 

300

Prepare for the ACT by...

-study in practice books
-take challenging classes in school

300

Why should you take the SAT?

most jobs ask for your test scores

300

Which one only has three main sections?

SAT

400

What scale are you scored on while taking the SAT?

400-1600

400

What scale are you scored on while taking the ACT?

1-36

400

How long before the SAT should you study?

When you are aware that you want to take the SAT, you should study at least a couple hours a day every day.

400

Why should you take the ACT?

your school/state might require it

400

How many times can you take the SAT? and ACT?

SAT you can take it as many times as you want but ACT you can only take it up to 12 times

500

How many questions on the SAT?

154

500

How many questions on the ACT?

215

500

You are not allowed to review what is on the test/how it is structured. 

True or False

False, there are online prep courses. 

500

Why do people look at your SAT scores?

-it connects to the math, reading, and writing skills you demonstrated on the SAT because every job has a set of measurable skills.
-can help you get a living wage because salary is important 

500

Which test has an optional essay portion?

ACT

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