Unbelievable ACT score. Feeling really discouraged.

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<p>Hey everyone,</p>

<p>I just got my ACT score back and got a <em>don't laugh lol</em> 21. Wow.
The only problem I have is the time constraints. I don't have much aplomb when taking tests under such anal time limits. I literally had to guess on like half the Science and Reading sections because by the time I was a little more than halfway through with both of them, it was almost time to put the pencils down. </p>

<p>Should I just stick with the SAT? I have been taking practice tests for the SAT and average at around 2100, more or less. I feel a lot more comfortable with the timing on the SAT and the fact that it doesn't have the dreaded science section is a plus. </p>

<p>Or should I try the ACT again?
Seeing as timing is my only issue (not the content), could I get a possible 30? I mean my God, if they just gave me a little time to think I am sure I could ace the ACT, because the content really is not that difficult. I took an untimed practice ACT and scored 32. </p>

<p>Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. </p>

<p>Thanks in advance,
Brooke Taylor</p>

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<p>Definitely most difficult part of the ACT is the timing. I got a 34 and did not finish the Math or Science sections and barely finished reading. I’d take an actual SAT, see how you do and then if you do a lot better on the SATs stick with that. If timing is your only issue then SAT is definitely your test. Don’t be discouraged; you’ll find which one is better! Sounds like it’s the SAT! Good luck!</p>

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<p>I loathe the ACT. I would stick with the SAT all the way!</p>

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<p>Thank you guys! I knew I wasn’t dumb lol. You’re so right, SAT all the way!!! Such a better test!!</p>

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<p>i think you really need to take a timed practice test at your desk or something to imitate the real test the most</p>