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Kaplan ACT in a Box

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Kaplan ACT flash cards: info was ok, but print/font on flash cards was VERY small and faint. Could have easily been printed so it was easier to read.

There are over 600 flashcards that provide detailed tidbits that will increase your ACT score. The cards are small enough to fit in your backpack, purse or desk drawer. The cards are colored coded according to subject and chock full of information. The Math cards have information on general math (common terms, formulas, and concepts) and math problems (sample test questions and step-by-step explanations). Reading cards contain vocabulary (detailed with word, part of speech and pronunciation with the definition, synonym and word in a sentence on the back) and word roots. The Science cards cover general science, chemistry, biology, and physics basics. The English cards review grammar basics most commonly tested, word choice, idioms, prepositions and the new optional writing tips.

If you are preparing to take the ACT exam, this would be a great investment. As an ACT prep instructor, I recommend that my students get these cards and use them everyday. Not only do they serve as excellent study tools for the ACT but great for anyone wanting to brush up on their basic education.

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Printed with 7 point typeface -- completely unnecessary eye strain. (7 point is smaller than the legal limit for fine print on most consumer contracts and advertising, for instance.) Most cards have 99% of the space blank -- plenty of room for a much larger typeface. Some cards need the tiny font size to fit a lengthy answer on the reverse, but there is no reason why ALL of the cards used such ridiculously small print. Don't plan to use these anywhere unless 1) you have strong direct light, and 2) you can hold the card close to your face. I haven't used the cards in earnest yet, the content seems useful enough from a quick flip-through. The cards are thin, but good quality otherwise.

My daughter used these cards to study for the ACT with friends. She thought they helped with some of the test questions. These cards do not replace a test prep or strategy course, but they can give you an edge. And anything that gets a teenager to study is a blessing!

At first, I was pleased with these cards. There are 600 cards - that's a lot!!! They cover a lot of ACT questions!
The only problems in the beginning - I found it difficult to comprehend their explanations and the print is VERY small. BUT - the worst thing of all is that the information is incorrect. It has caused me so much time trying to find the right answers and RE-MEMORIZING the right formulas. I've only looked at the math cards - not even all of them. I've already spotted 2 errors. One error was with the distance formula. It was...NOT the distance formula. And another card claimed that slope equals rise over RISE.
Math isn't my subject so I have a hard enough time with it and time is precious. Inbetween the confusion, rememorization, and checking of websites, I've barely had any time to actually study. These cards have done more harm than good and I regret buying them.

SAVE YOURSELF AND BUY SOMETHING ELSE!

My mom purchased this for me to help me prepare for the ACT. The cards in the Kaplan ACT in a Box do not match up with the test in reading and chemistry. It was fine in math, but the questions in reading and chemistry were not set up the same as on the test. I realize we can not get the exact questions on our practices, but it really would have helped if it was set up in the same format.
Thank God I had other practice products as well.
I would not recommend this product to others if they do not have alternate practices at their disposal as well.

These cards are terrific. They are a wonderful and fun way for two or more students to practice for the ACT. We are making it into a game like jeopardy.

We have purchased other Kaplan "in a box" sets before, so I knew the value of the product. We leave them out in the living room, and it's just so easy to grab the box and ask a few questions. If you have 10 minutes, you have time for a few questions!
Plus, they make a great study aide for the car or the airplane. We even had them with us during a couple of hospitalizations.
They are absolutely worth the price.

These are good if your student has already studied the work books and sample questions and just wants a refresher. These are not recommend as a solo study item for the ACT. Kaplan ACT in a Box

There are better options available to sudy for the ACT. My daughter thought this would be great use this to study, say in a car or in study hall. This is more like a game than a study aid... After using it twice she asked to purchase the McGraw Hill ACT series. She used that faithfully.