Multiple Choice - MATH (adv) exam

[1937jk]

Hey, I was wondering if anyone has any tips for studying the multiple choice part of a maths (adv) exam, multiple choice has by far got to be my weakest point because I always seem to run out of time and I end up guessing most of them, so if any one has any suggestions on how to deal with this it would be awesome!
Thank you

[Thebarman]

Hey 1937jk,

We actually brushed on tips for the MC questions the other day in class. The main points:


• The MCs are basically like every other question in the exam, and require just as much working out. You can't rush these questions, so do attempt to work out the answer, rather than randomly picking the answer that looks most right. That being said, if you're short on time, you might need to do just that. If that's the case, use process of elimination (see next point).
• As you read each answer choice, immediately cross out any answer you know cannot be 100% correct and that you are sure is completely wrong. In most exams, there are 2 'distractor' answers that are completely and utterly wrong. If you can identify them straight away, then that leaves you with a 50/50 chance of getting the right answer!
• Reread the question and reevaluate your working out if your answer doesn't fit any of the options. If it doesn't, you have either misread the question or made an error. Make sure to be careful with your working.
• Don't just do the calculations in your head!
• DRAW A DIAGRAM IF NEEDED!
• When answering the questions, put an asterisk next to the questions you want to come back to if you have time. These are the questions where you don't feel too confident with the answer. That way, if you have time, you can just go back to these questions only, rather than the entire paper. Maybe try adding a tick next to the questions you feel confident about, so you don't waste time going over them once more.
• Set yourself a limit of how long you'll work on that section. If you're given a recommended amount of time to spend on the MCs (e.g. 15 min) then stick to that! If you haven't finished the questions by then, circle an answer you think is most correct, put an asterisk next to it, and then move on.

Hope I was able to help 

[jamonwindeyer]

Thanks barman, you are an absolute legend - Could never have answered it this well

[1937jk]

Hey 1937jk,

We actually brushed on tips for the MC questions the other day in class. The main points:


• The MCs are basically like every other question in the exam, and require just as much working out. You can't rush these questions, so do attempt to work out the answer, rather than randomly picking the answer that looks most right. That being said, if you're short on time, you might need to do just that. If that's the case, use process of elimination (see next point).
• As you read each answer choice, immediately cross out any answer you know cannot be 100% correct and that you are sure is completely wrong. In most exams, there are 2 'distractor' answers that are completely and utterly wrong. If you can identify them straight away, then that leaves you with a 50/50 chance of getting the right answer!
• Reread the question and reevaluate your working out if your answer doesn't fit any of the options. If it doesn't, you have either misread the question or made an error. Make sure to be careful with your working.
• Don't just do the calculations in your head!
• DRAW A DIAGRAM IF NEEDED!
• When answering the questions, put an asterisk next to the questions you want to come back to if you have time. These are the questions where you don't feel too confident with the answer. That way, if you have time, you can just go back to these questions only, rather than the entire paper. Maybe try adding a tick next to the questions you feel confident about, so you don't waste time going over them once more.
• Set yourself a limit of how long you'll work on that section. If you're given a recommended amount of time to spend on the MCs (e.g. 15 min) then stick to that! If you haven't finished the questions by then, circle an answer you think is most correct, put an asterisk next to it, and then move on.

Hope I was able to help 

Yeah that's awesome help! Thank you so so much!

[Thebarman]

No problem guys! 
Glad I was able to help out!