Best way to improve my ACT math?

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<p>So I just got my results for the ACT and received a 28 on the math section. I've been scoring a consistent 28-29 on practice tests as well, so the score isn't a surprise. Math is, and has always been, my favorite subject, and I'm able to pick up pretty much anything related to it quite quickly. I'm a Junior and only in Honors Algebra 2 as I never had the chance to get ahead due to moving.</p>

<p>Has anyone taken their high 20s math score into the 30s? It's typically my worse section (sadly an outlier science score hurt me this time) and although I have been studying through books (Barron's ACT 36) and sparknotes, I haven't really seen much in the way of improvements. I take it again in April and do have sufficient time to study for it, just not a plan I can really invest in. Thanks in advance!</p>

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<p>Forgot to mention my subsection scores.</p>

<p>Pre-Algebra/Elem. Algebra - 16
Algebra/Coord. Geometry - 15
Plane Geometry/Trig - 14</p>

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<p>Just KEEP practicing! I went from a 26 in math in September 2013 to a 32 in math in December 2013. Here’s a site that goes over a lot of real math ACT questions.</p>

<p><a href=“http://www.actquantum.com”>http://www.actquantum.com</a></p>

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<p>Make sure you are using the most powerful calculator possible (Ti-84 plus silver) and put some ACT programs on it. Can speed you up and eliminate stupid mistakes.</p>

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<p>I agree with Tommy D36, practice with real tests helps so much. I am up 7 points!</p>

<p><a href=“http://www.actquantum.com”>http://www.actquantum.com</a> is a great site with videos that explain answers to 8 tests.</p>

<p>I use it to review all the wrong answers I get.</p>

<p>I would like to know more about the ACT programs for the calulator. Where do I get them @mandalorian?</p>

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<p>@kansaskid1- It depends based on the make/model of your calculator, but let’s assume its a TI. </p>

<p>Try ticalc.org</p>

<p>Here is a link, with some ACT programs on the page. The one called ACT is great. </p>

<p><a href=“TI-83/84 Plus BASIC Math Programs (Suites) - ticalc.org”>http://www.ticalc.org/pub/83plus/basic/math/suites/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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<p>Thanks @TommyD36 and @kansaskid1! Definitely gives me some encouragement. Raising it just two points by April would be amazing!</p>

<p>@Mandalorian I have the TI-83 and can’t afford to upgrade on that front. Will try out the programs with my next practice test, thanks so much.</p>