{"product_id":"the-official-act-prep-guide-2025-2026-isbn-9781394335886","title":"The Official ACT Prep Guide 2025 - 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE OFFICIAL ACT® PREP GUIDE 2025–2026\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe comprehensive guide to the 2025–2026 ACT test—including 4 genuine, full-length practice tests.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Official ACT\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e® Prep Guide 2025–2026 \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ebook includes four authentic ACT tests—all of which contain the optional writing test—so you get maximum practice before your test date.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis guide provides clear explanations for every answer straight from the makers of the ACT to help you improve your understanding of each subject. 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