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ACT Science Reasoning Test. The Science Reasoning Test is a 40 question, 35 minute test that measures the interpretation, analysis, evaluation, reasoning, and problem-solving skills required in the natural sciences. 1. Test Presents Seven Sets of Scientific Information.
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ACT Science Reasoning Test • The Science Reasoning Test is a 40 question, 35 minute test that measures the interpretation, analysis, evaluation, reasoning, and problem-solving skills required in the natural sciences. 1
Test Presents Seven Sets of Scientific Information • A number of multiple-choice test questions follow the seven sets of sets of information • The Scientific Information is conveyed in one of three formats: • Data Representation • Research Summaries • Conflicting Viewpoints 2
Recognize & Understand Provided Information • The use of a calculator is not permitted on the Science Reasoning Test!!! 4
Tips for Taking ACT Science Reasoning Test • Pace Yourself • There are 40 Questions • Test is 35 Minutes • Allow 2 min. to Read • 30 sec. To Answer • Check your work if you have any extra time. 5
Tips Continued • Read the Passage Carefully!!! • Before you begin answering a question, read the scientific material provided. • Read all text & examine any tables, graphs, or figures 6
Note Different Viewpoints in the Passages • Take notes to summarize each viewpoint. For questions that ask you to compare viewpoints, these notes will help you answer more quickly! 7
Content Covered by ACT Science Reasoning Test: Biology Chemistry Physics Earth/Space Sciences: Geology Astronomy Meteorology 8
Scientific Information is Conveyed in One of Three Formats: • Data Representation 38% • Research Summaries 45% • Conflicting Viewpoints 17% 9
You’re Ready Now!!! • By following the tips provided in the slide show, you should score well on the ACT Reasoning Test! • Remember to get plenty of rest the night before for your best performance! • Good Luck!!!!! 10