Gutsy's Physics Study Strategies

Gutsy shares his journey of improving his IB physics score from a 3 to a 7. Initially struggling with the subject, he outlines the challenges he faced, including a lack of understanding and poor grades. He then details the strategies that helped him succeed, such as using the IB questionbank, consulting with teachers, and understanding formulas. Gutsy emphasizes the importance of hard work and offers encouragement to students facing similar challenges.

What was Gutsy's initial score in her physics prelim exams?

• 3

• 6

• 5

• 4

Which strategy did Gutsy use to improve her understanding of physics topics?

• Joining a study group

• Rewriting notes and practicing papers

• Attending extra classes

• Watching online tutorials

What is the IB questionbank primarily used for?

• Tracking academic progress

• Scheduling study sessions

• Finding study partners

• Accessing official past IB questions

Why is it important to mark your answers immediately after attempting IB questionbank questions?

• To avoid remembering incorrect answers as correct

• To reduce exam anxiety

• To save time for other subjects

• To impress your teacher

What should you do if you encounter a question that doesn't make sense?

• Guess the answer

• Skip the question

• Search online for answers

• Consult your teacher

What is the benefit of consulting your teacher after doing personal practice?

• Getting extra credit

• Reducing study time

• Avoiding extra homework

• Clarifying doubts effectively

What was Gutsy's method to 'survive' exams before understanding the formulas?

• Using a calculator for all questions

• Randomly substituting numbers

• Memorizing all formulas

• Asking friends for help

How did annotating the formula sheet help Gutsy?

• By understanding the relationships between formulas

• By making the sheet colorful

• By impressing her teacher

• By reducing study time

What is the main principle behind understanding formulas according to Gutsy?

• Working on understanding, not just substituting numbers

• Memorizing all formulas

• Practicing only easy questions

• Using a calculator for all problems

What encouragement does Gutsy offer to students struggling with physics?

• It's better to focus on other subjects

• Only talented students can excel

• Physics is not important

• Hard work is enough to succeed