<p>Are the tests from the Real ACT book easier than the real acts?
I felt pretty confident doing those practice tests, but when I used a practice test from a different source my score dropped drastically. So I'm a bit worried about whether I've been studying the right material...</p>
<p>they are about the same, they are neither harder nor easier than the real deal</p>
<p>i wouldnt bet on the tests from other companies. i got a 29 on the actual act, and it was on par with what i got on practice tests in the red book. to illustrate the discrepancy, i just got a 30 on a red book test and a 22 on a cliffnotes test and 24 on barrons. obviously, my skills have not dropped down 5-7 points from what i got on the actual act.</p>