QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS SOLVED SOLUTION
What is a standardized test? Why is that good for the test taker?
- A test that's given and scored the same way every time. It's predictable.
Should you guess on the ACT? Why or why not?
- Yes because there is no penalty for wrong answers.
What is the range of scores on the ACT?
- 1-36
Name the 5 sections of the ACT in order.
- English, math, reading, science, writing
Which test is optional?
- Writing
How do you find the raw score?
- # of answers correct
How do you find the scale score?
- Find it on the scale chart
Which test does not affect the composite score?
- Writing
What do you need to be admitted to the test room?
- Identification and admission ticket
What materials do you need to take the test?
- Calculator, #2 pencil
At what time does the ACT begin?
- 8:00 am
What does it mean to mark-and-move?
- Mark an answer and move on
What is currently the lowest score needed for TOPS?
- 20
How do you find the Composite score?
- Average of scale scores from each subject