Test Taking Strategies

When taking a test, you should...

• ignore the instructions

• read through the instructions first

• read the instructions only if you get confused

• memorize the instructions

When taking a test, you should...

• spend equal time on all questions

• answer the hard questions first

• answer the easy questions first

• answer all questions in order

When taking a test, you should...

• read the options after reading the question

• answer the questions in your mind after reading the options

• read the options before reading the question

• answer the questions in your mind before reading the options

When taking a test, you should...

• Read every answer choice before answering

• Choose the first answer that sounds right

• Always choose answer C

• Never choose A or D

When taking a test, you should...

• Use the process of animation

• Use the process of exacerbation

• Use the process of elimination

• Use the process of sublimation

Choose "all of the above" if..

• you are sure at least two answers are correct

• you know all the answers

• you need to make a lucky guess

• you are sure at least one of the answers is correct

When taking a test, you should...

• Rush through your work as quickly as possible

• Only answer questions you are sure of

• Skip difficult questions

• Answer every question