<p>The ACT offers more straightfoward questions, but the time restraint is more difficult to deal with than the SAT. In short, the ACT tests what you have learned, and the SAT tests your ability to learn, though a strong educational background from high school is neccessary to score well on both. The SAT tests pure vocab while the ACT only tests critical reading skills and english usage. The science section on the ACT requires NO previous science knowledge. That section is composed of interpreting graphs and expirements. It is hard to say which is easier, as different students favor one or the other and both are usually accepted equally by top colleges.</p>
<p>For score conversion between the SAT and ACT go to [SAT-ACT</a> Conversion chart](<a href=“http://www.spartanburg6.k12.sc.us/dhs/Guidance%20website/SAT-ACT%20Conversion%20chart.html]SAT-ACT”>http://www.spartanburg6.k12.sc.us/dhs/Guidance%20website/SAT-ACT%20Conversion%20chart.html)</p>