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Hey! I'm starting to prep for the ACT and I was wondering if anyone has recommendations for good study books to use? I'd appreciate any suggestions!

a year ago

Hey there! It's great that you're preparing for the ACT. There are several quality study books out there that can help you on your journey. Here are a few popular and reputable options to consider:

1. The Official ACT Prep Guide: This book is published by the ACT organization itself and comes with real ACT practice tests. It offers test-taking strategies and detailed explanations for each section of the exam.

2. Kaplan ACT Prep Plus: This book is from Kaplan, a well-known test prep company. It provides comprehensive content reviews, practice questions, and strategies for each section. The book also comes with access to online resources, including video lessons and additional practice tests.

3. Princeton Review ACT Premium Prep: The Princeton Review is another trusted test prep company. Their ACT prep book offers subject reviews, test-taking strategies, and practice questions. The Premium version includes eight full-length practice tests, four of which are available in print and four online.

4. Barron's ACT: Barron's is known for providing prep materials with thorough content coverage. Their ACT book includes in-depth reviews of all test sections, strategies, and practice questions. It also comes with access to online resources such as video lessons, practice tests, and score report analysis.

5. McGraw-Hill Education ACT: This book offers content review as well as strategies for mastering each section of the ACT. It includes six full-length practice tests (three in the book and three online), and you can also access an interactive test planner app.

Remember that each book has its own approach, and the best one for you will ultimately depend on your learning style and needs. In addition to using these books, it's important to take timed practice tests and analyze your performance to improve over time.

Good luck with your ACT preparation!

a year ago

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