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Why Can't I Walk in Cold on the SAT or ACT College Exam ? I'm a Great Student, After All!

Is it wise to tackle a college entrance exam like SAT or ACT without preparing for it first?

Why Can't I Walk in Cold on the SAT or ACT College Exam ? I'm a Great Student, After All!

I want to share a reply from my associate, Mike Bergin of Chariot Learning, LLC

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That is a weird question, right? Does a musician ask, “Should I rehearse for the concert?”

Does an athlete ask, “Do I really need to practice before the playoffs?”

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Anyone who followed a life path other than professional sports might be surprised at just how much pro athletes practice. Do a little digging and you’ll find that the leaders in every sport receive more practice and coaching than anyone at lower levels of the same sport or even their less masterful peers. You and I may wonder just how much Lebron James gets from an extra hour of shooting free throws, but he doesn’t question the value of such diligence; that’s why he’s the king.

So, when you’re wondering if you should prepare for something–anything really–the answer is almost certainly yes. If the task is complicated, the stakes high, or rewards sweet, the answer is definitely yes.

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High school juniors, don’t walk in on the test unprepared. Let us help you.

The Starting Edge, LLC, offers an affordable group course, limited to 6 students, to prepare you for the June SAT and ACT tests. The course runs Wednesday evenings, 5:30-7:30, starting April 5 at Star Prep Academy.

For details, go to http://www.thestartingedge.com/affordable-small-group-program.html

We also offer one-on-one instruction at home.

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