ACT Science Test

The ACT Science Test assesses students' scientific reasoning skills through analysis of scientific information and data.

Understanding Scientific PassagesInterpreting Graphs and TablesScientific Reasoning Skills
Analyzing Experimental DesignEvaluating Scientific HypothesesIntegrating Information from Multiple Sources
Applying Scientific Reasoning in Daily LifeUnderstanding Scientific Claims in the MediaUsing Data to Make Informed Decisions
Time Management During the TestSmart Approaches to Multiple Choice Questions
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Advanced Topics

Integrating Information from Multiple Sources

Synthesizing Science

Advanced questions on the ACT ask you to connect information from different experiments, graphs, or viewpoints.

Steps to Integrate

  1. Read each source carefully.
  2. Identify how the information relates.
  3. Combine evidence to draw a larger conclusion.

Real-World Connections

Synthesizing data is crucial in medicine (combining test results), business (analyzing market trends), and environmental policy (balancing multiple studies).

Examples

  • Linking two graphs to explain how temperature and humidity affect plant growth.

  • Combining research summaries to predict the outcome of a new experiment.

In a Nutshell

Combine data and ideas from various sources to form big-picture conclusions.

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Applying Scientific Reasoning in Daily Life