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In the high-pressure cooker of college admissions, the ACT and SAT loom large. These standardized tests, for decades the gatekeepers to higher education, have spurred countless anxieties and last-minute cramming sessions. But with a growing number of colleges going "test-optional," is the era of the ACT and SAT fading? Not quite. The tests remain a significant factor for many institutions, and the question of which one to take persists.
This article delves into the complexities of the ACT and SAT, exploring their formats, scoring systems, and the strategies students can employ to conquer them.