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Test
Taking Tips for Math |
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You
already have a lot of knowledge stored in your memory. The
problem is pulling out the correct information when you need it.
Your brain like a giant filing cabinet full of file folders and
the hard part is remembering which folders stuff is in.
(If it is like a room where you just throw everything, you may have a hard
time finding something when you need it.) |
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Know how to distinguish
between the various types of problems. This is the hardest part.
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2
Your text has review at the end of each
chapter. Try one problem from each section. Make a note of
their differences.
Write down the first step to each problem -- this is usually
the hardest to remember
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3
Go back to the section in the text where
you are having difficulty. Follow the examples making sure you
understand each step.
This takes time.
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4
Reading a math book is not like reading a
novel. It goes slowly. It may take you 20 minutes to go through
one example problem.
Be prepared to spend some time learning.
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5
Don't leave preparing for a test
to the last minute. Make sure you leave time to ask questions in
class AFTER you have studied.
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6
Do as many problems as you can
until you feel comfortable with the material.
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7
In the class session a day or so
BEFORE a test, ask me to please point out any
major similarities,
or differences, among the various types of problems you will
encounter on the test.
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8
If you are studying and have a
question, call someone.
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Math is a cumulative subject. You
REALLY need to understand today's material to understand the
material the next day.
Ask questions immediately in class as soon as you don't
understand anything. Don't just "let it go". |
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