<p>I took the October ACT without any prep (besides the PLAN) for a baseline and got a 32 composite, CR 35, W 34, M 30, SR 28. Through a little practice I have been able to get math up to a 32 in practice tests, but science is stubbornly staying in the 28-29 range. I was wondering if anyone who has previously been in my situation could let me know both what they found that worked and didn't work for improving Science. All I need is a few extra points to get a 33 or 34 composite (assuming that I can replicate my W and CR scores). Any tips would be appreciated, although that "not thinking" technique doesn't seem to be working.</p>
<p>I can’t help you, but I’ll be watching this thread because I have the same issue only worse. I’ve got 34, 32, 33 in English, Math & Reading, and a 26 in Science. It’s the only section I have trouble finishing, and of course it comes LAST when my brain is tired. I’ve heard practice and lots of practice tests, but so far that hasn’t helped me.</p>
<p>Try not to read the information given unless it’s mandatory to solving the problems. Instantly skip anything that appears unsolvable in a short time (reading the problem will allow your brain to break it down subconciously so hopefully at the end, it will be easier). If there is a significant set of questions that you cannot do in a row, don’t panic and instead take the time to understand the passage even if this takes a bit of time. It takes longer in trying to figure out what you’re missing to solve a problem than it does to just look through the information given.</p>