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Testing Tips

Academic Advisement
Research & Information Commons
Phone 839-8228

• Preview previous tests when available.
• Practice sample test questions and time yourself.
• Speak to your professors about their test style and the type of questions that will appear on tests.
• In true-false tests, if any statement is false, then that's not your choice.
• Absolute terms such as "always" or "never" usually indicate a false statement.
• Arrive to class early and select the seat you want.
• Read directions carefully.
• Upon receiving a test, write key words and formulas down on scrap paper or on the test sheet.
• Use a brief outline for essay answers.
• Answer easy questions first. This will build your confidence and foster recall on other questions.
• Leave space between answers in case you want to add information later.
  Check your answers if time permits.

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