The ACT Math section gives you 60 minutes for 60 questions, so pacing is critical. A smart approach is to quickly identify easier questions and tackle those first, then return to harder problems with remaining time. Many students struggle with timing because they spend too long on one difficult question—tutors can help you practice strategic skipping and develop a personalized pace that maximizes your score.

Students in Murrieta often struggle with algebra and function problems, which make up a significant portion of the test, as well as geometry questions that require spatial reasoning. Many also find the pacing overwhelming—they understand the concepts but run out of time. Personalized tutoring helps you master these specific topics while building the test-taking stamina and confidence needed to perform under pressure.

Practice tests are essential—they help you identify weak areas, build stamina for the full 60-minute section, and get comfortable with the question format and timing. Taking full-length practice tests under timed conditions reveals whether your struggles are conceptual or strategy-based. A tutor can review your practice test results with you to pinpoint exactly which topics need more work and adjust your study plan accordingly.

Test anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or unsure of your strategy—both things tutoring directly addresses. By practicing with real ACT questions and building confidence through repeated success, you'll feel more in control on test day. Tutors also teach calming techniques like strategic skipping (moving past tough questions to build momentum) and positive self-talk that help you stay focused and reduce panic.

The best way is to take a full-length practice ACT and review your results by topic—you'll quickly see whether you're missing algebra, geometry, trigonometry, or other areas. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who can analyze your practice tests and pinpoint not just what you got wrong, but why, so you can focus your study time efficiently on the topics that will have the biggest impact on your score.

Look for tutors with strong ACT Math scores themselves, proven experience teaching test prep, and familiarity with the specific question types and timing challenges of the ACT. They should be able to explain concepts clearly and adapt their teaching to your learning style. When you connect with Varsity Tutors, you're matched with experienced tutors who specialize in ACT Math and understand how to help students improve their scores efficiently.

Most students benefit from 4-6 weeks of focused preparation, studying 3-4 times per week for 1-2 hours per session. If you're starting further out or aiming for a top score, 8-12 weeks is ideal. The key is consistency over intensity—regular practice with a tutor helps you build skills gradually and retain what you learn, rather than cramming all at once.