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"While older versions of this course (including questions on the AP English Language and Composition Exam itself) relied on knowledge of terminology as a way of assessing student work, the AP English Language and Composition Exam has evolved to emphasize the appropriate application of such terminology in students’ analyses of texts. Any rhetorical terms that appear in this course are best situated … [Read more...]

"Whatever the case, your school should offer clear instructions on how to complete your PSAT sign up. Schools typically hand out or email PSAT registration information to students in the early fall. If you are planning to take the PSAT at a different school, you'll need to call that school or contact one of its counselors to inquire about the PSAT registration process and see whether the process … [Read more...]

"Loathe time crunches? Then you might prefer the SAT over the ACT. This is because the SAT gives you more time per question than the ACT does." There are 11 key differences to help you pick the right test. People might wonder what the difference is between the ACT and SAT. At first glance, these two tests are not all that different. These are both nationally recognized standardized tests. Each … [Read more...]

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Calculus isn't easy for everyone but then again others are great at it, and this exam is for those who are. It will help you get advanced placement. Knowing as much as possible will help you to do better in this already difficult topic. It's always best to prepare for any exam before taking it because the scores do matter. In college your grades matter because you need to graduate or you won't get … [Read more...]

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"In contrast, if you realize you have tests on the first Monday, the second Monday, and the last Friday of the exam period, you could plan to do some studying during May for your last two tests. But you should definitely prioritze the test you’re taking on the first Monday and make sure you’re prepared for it before May." AP stands for 'advanced placement.' It is what you want if you're … [Read more...]

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