ACT vs SAT - Which test is more suitable for you?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  1. When it comes to editing a 10-page essay, I feel:

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  • A.
    A. I can do it all in one sitting.
  • B.
    B. I need to cut it into smaller parts.
• 2.
  2. When it comes to reading articles that seem archaic, I feel:

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  • A.
    A. Avoid if possible – I prefer contemporary.
  • B.
    B. Old language does not scare me.
• 3.
  3. When it comes to finding quote to support your analysis in a passage, I feel:

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  • A.
    A. I remember the gist; it would take me a while to find the specific part.
  • B.
    B. I know where to find it and can do it quickly.
• 4.
  4. When it comes to providing your own answer to a question, I feel:

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  • A.
    A. Not as confident – I prefer choosing the right one.
  • B.
    B. If I know how to do the question, I would be confident about my answer.
• 5.
  5. When it comes to describing my mathematical knowledge, I feel:

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  • A.
    A. I remember most of what I have learned, just don’t make it tricky.
  • B.
    B. I prefer to focus on fewer concepts and get really good at them.
• 6.
  6. When it comes to remembering equations, I feel:

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  • A.
    A. I have been doing that all the time; memorization is no problem.
  • B.
    B. They are scary; I have trouble remembering all of them.
• 7.
  7. When it comes to using a calculator for math questions, I feel:

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  • A.
    A. It’s a lifeline; I can’t go without a calculator.
  • B.
    B. I can get my hands dirty and work out moderate arithmetic calculations.
• 8.
  8. When it comes to analyzing data in different presentations, I feel:

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  • A.
    A. Data is nothing scary; I can guess what is going on even without context.
  • B.
    B. I prefer my data to be backed up by some context first before I analyze.
• 9.
  9. When it comes to timed writing, I feel:

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  • A.
    A. I prefer to write on my own concept.
  • B.
    B. I prefer to write about other’s work.
• 10.
  10. When it comes to strict timed pressure, I feel:

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  • A.
    A. Easy peasy lemon squeezy
  • B.
    B. More time is always better than less.

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  ACT

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  ACT is the test for you. ACT test is more straightforward, but it does incorporate more concepts. You have less time to complete it and you will have a lot more to memorize in the form of math equations. If you need more assitance in your decision, try out The Edge Prep Freemium Accounts. You get 10 days access to free course content and real mocks with no obligation to sign up for paid courses.
• 2.
  SAT

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  The SAT is the test for you. Even though the questions on the SAT can be complex, the test gives you more time to do them. There are fewer overall mathmatical concepts even though the test itself is 50% math. If you need more assitance in your decision, try out The Edge Prep Freemium Accounts. You get 10 days access to free course content and real mocks with no obligation to sign up for paid courses.