Test Advice from Evan

We asked our instructors what advice they have for studying and test taking so we could share their wisdom with you. Here is Evan's advice:

Studying:

• Do ALL homework leading up to a test (especially for math).
• Ask teachers any questions you may ahead of time, not just the day before a test.
• Write down, repeat out loud, or test yourself with formulas, key terms, or important notes.

Test Taking:

• Use your calculator for anything you can. When taking a test, it is easy to make silly mistakes. What is important is that you get the correct answer.
• Allocate as much time as you can to checking over each of your answers thoroughly. Use all remaining time.
• Do not be afraid to ask your teacher a question. Often, they will give a little bit of insight which can help you greatly.
• Never skip a question, write something down. Even if you do not know, you can write formulas, steps, or a sentence or two.
• Be sure to stay focused. Getting distracted can easily take your mind away from the path that leads to a full, correct answer.