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TEST-TAKING STRATEGIES—Taking the Exam
Here are some general tips which apply to all tests.
The Night Before the Test
- Study a reasonable amount.
- Assemble everything that you will need for the exam.
- Get a good night's sleep.
Test Day
- Have breakfast (even if it is only a bite on the run)
and avoid caffeine.
- Come to class early with the materials you will need.
- Don't let the nervousness of classmates infect you!
Taking the Exam:
General Points for All Tests
- Listen to the instructor for any last minute details.
- Write your name on the exam.
- Read the instructions on the test carefully.
- Skim through the exam once to get a sense of how much
time to spend on each question or problem.
- After looking through the entire test to get a "lay
of the land," begin with the easier questions first.
- Do not spend a long time on questions worth only a little.
Be succinct and move along.
- Always show your work and never erase. Partial credit
is your friend!
- Keep track of the time and check your work.
There are different techniques you can use for taking different
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