ACT Science

A comprehensive guide to mastering the ACT Science section, focusing on data analysis, scientific reasoning, and real-world applications.

Understanding the ACT Science SectionReading Graphs, Tables, and ChartsScientific Investigation and Experiments
Conflicting Viewpoints PassagesAnalyzing Experimental DesignInterpreting Scientific Data
Applying Science Skills in Daily LifeUnderstanding Scientific News and ReportsProblem Solving and Critical Thinking
Time Management for ACT ScienceElimination and Guessing StrategiesActive Reading of Science PassagesIdentifying Question TypesReviewing and Checking Answers
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Study Strategies

Identifying Question Types

Know What You’re Up Against

ACT Science questions come in different styles: data interpretation, experimental design, and conflicting viewpoints. Recognizing the type tells you what to look for and how to answer faster.

  • Data questions need you to read graphs and tables.
  • Experimental design questions test your understanding of how studies are set up.
  • Conflicting viewpoints require comparing different opinions.

Spotting the question type saves time and helps you focus.

Examples

  • Recognizing a conflicting viewpoints question by the presence of two scientists’ statements

  • Identifying a data interpretation question by its reference to a specific table or graph

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Reviewing and Checking Answers