What is the use of writing ACT exam on June 9th when the applications are to be completed by January and February in the colleges of USA?

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Shivam Chhirolya
8 years ago
The ACT is an entrance exam used by most colleges and universities to make admissions decisions. The purpose of the ACT test is to measure a high school student's readiness for college, and provide colleges with one common data point that can be used to compare all applicants.

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