ACT Math Problem Solving Strategies

The video tutorial covers common ACT math questions, focusing on translating word problems into equations and expressions. It includes examples of calculating earnings, comparing salaries, and solving for equal bank balances. The tutorial emphasizes speed and efficiency in solving problems, offering tips and tricks for the ACT math test.

What is the primary focus of ACT math translation problems?

• Translating word problems into equations or expressions

• Understanding geometric shapes

• Solving complex calculus problems

• Memorizing mathematical formulas

Sophie earns $14 per hour for the first 40 hours. How much does she earn per hour for overtime?

• $21

• $14

• $35

• $28

If Sophie works 48 hours in a week, what is her total pay?

• $840

• $672

• $728

• $560

Mr. Dietz earns $22,570 annually for 185 days. What is his daily pay?

• $150

• $200

• $122

• $100

How much less does the school pay by hiring a substitute teacher instead of Mr. Dietz for a day?

• $42

• $50

• $70

• $60

Danica donates $35 plus 7 cents per book. What is the equation for her total donation?

• 35 + 0.07b

• 35 + 7b

• 0.35 + 0.07b

• 35b + 0.07

Jana adds $18.25 weekly to her account. Diego withdraws $15 weekly. When will their accounts be equal?

• When Jana has $100

• When Diego has $100

• When both have the same amount

• When both have $200

Sienna earns $75 plus 25% of sales. What is the expression for her pay?

• 75 + 0.25w

• 75 + 25w

• 0.75 + 0.25w

• 75w + 0.25

What should you do before solving an ACT math problem?

• Solve without reading

• Ignore the problem statement

• Memorize all formulas

• Glance at the answer choices