Similarities between Baseball/Softball and the ACT
Two of my biggest passions in life are baseball/softball and helping students raise their Math ACT scores. With more than 40 years on the diamond and 10+ years as an ACT Math tutor, I’ve noticed some incredible similarities. Here are my top 5 tips for my...
Question 1 = Question 60!
On the math section of the ACT, students are given 60 minutes to complete 60 problems. Knowing this, they feel compelled to “complete the test.” While this is a great goal to have, students also need to consider other things. Answering all 60 questions is...
ACT Math Strategy — Know Your Pace!
Like everything in life...timing is crucial. These words ring incredibly true on standardized tests. Below, I will share some quick thoughts and suggestions on the importance of knowing your pace while taking the Math section of the ACT. The Math section of the ACT...
The 4 Key Questions students should ask on every ACT Math problem.
Every question on the Math section of the ACT should be approached in the same way. Consider yourself a detective, searching for clues within a problem to solve the question that the ACT is asking. I know what you’re probably thinking – if I have to walk through...