whats the best way to study for an exam?
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study a little bit each day.  If your exam is tomorrow, try studying the things you think are 1) hardest 2) most likely to be on the test
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1. Eat Right (Don't Skip Meals)\n2. Organize (don't just reread notes) create outlines from your notes & readings, organize the raw material you've collected all semester (this process in and of itself is a form of study)\n3. Study - again not just rereading, try testing your self (make up questions or see if your texts have questions at the end of chapters etc.)\n4. Sleep - staying up late cramming won't help it will actually decrease your ability to test well.  So get to bed and get some sleep\n5. Take a walk before the test, get the blood flowing and clear the mechanism (so-to-speak) this will help you.\n6. The standards (your first instinct answer is almost always right, but always go back and check your answers, make sure you read the question correctly, answered all parts of it etc.)\n7. When you finish a test, put it out of your mind (again, exercise can help you here) and move on to the next one.  Stressing over the result of a test that is finished can effect how well you do on the ones you haven't yet taken.\n\nGood Luck
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make a timetable of what u have planned to study each day n try to stick to it..decide how much u r going to cover in an hour n then take a 10 minute break only when u have done it..in this break..go out of ur room n do some stretching exercises..will relax ur mind..try to focus on ur goal...of getting good marks...ur concentration will not wander..study with ur whole heart in it...u can make a list of important topics and go through them more frequently.try to achieve ecellence in whatever u r studying by revising it again, again and again, and practising repeatedly in case of Maths, numericals, etc...it is best to study thoroughly, it makes concepts stronger...try to study for the sake of gaining knowledge..that way, ur concepts will get stronger...try to limit TV, etc. for a fixed time each day like 45 min. maximum n dont exceed that..make notes of important points from each topic..that helps in revising when time is short...in the exam, while writing an answer..highlight the imp. points with a different colour pen, like black..presentation and writing is also important for good marks..try to be neat in ur work..I am telling all this from my experience as I have been a topper all my life n now am a doctor..the bottomline is study with dedication, determination and interest...revise, revise and revise...hope it helps u..good luck..
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Go into a room alone to study.\n\nCoach
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study for about 30-45 minutes a study session\nmore than that and u forget it all\nand study on a steady schedule.\nand eat healthy foods,\nbut dont stuff urself\nand get normal amount of sleep\ndo not over sleep,\ncuz then ur brain is like "wtf"\nhaha\nmy spanish teacher told us that stuff and it really worked alot\nDO NOT CRAM!! \nu forget it all!!
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Find out what areas you are weak at and concentrate in those areas. Also, you can take the exam 3 times. Spread them out over a period of time. You will get better.  Get planty of rest and eat a light breakfast before the exam.
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The same way you study for any exam.
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Use good test taking skills. Get a good night's rest before the exams. Eat a healthy breakfast (lunch). Go in prepared and confident. Bring the materials you need. Take your time and answer carefully.\n\nAsk your teachers/professors what will be on the exams, and what formats they will use (multiple choice, true-false, matching, short answer, essay). Study carefully. Anticipate what questions will be on the test and what you will be expected to know.\n\nGood luck!
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-just relax; dont think about it; do things that u like to do that could take your mind off of it\n-if u r nervous about doing well in the test, just relax and study a bit\n~i hope that helps
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the best way which i always use during my exams is to read out aloud ( not too loud) what ever im reading and then write it atleast 4 times . bleive  me u wont forget it till ur exams finish
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If you're already a B student, a good way to study is to find a student who is struggling and tutor them with their homework.  Teaching something is the very best way to ensure you know it.\n\nAt the very least, find a study partner to work with and discuss your assignments with.\n\nAlso, it's very helpful to look at past tests and quizzes to review what you missed so you don't miss the same questions again.  Very often, subjects build on the prior content.  So, making sure you have a solid grasp of what you have done throughout the year will really help.\n\nGo in for extra help from the teacher.  Often, teachers will help you focus toward what's on test when students come in for extra help.\n\nFinally, study early.  If you start studying early in the week and build on that, you mind has the ability to store the information in both long term and short term memory.\n\nGood luck
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Use the PRTR method: Preview. Read. Think. Review.\n\nPreview the text by nothing subheadings, bold faced words and maybe making up some questions you to answer as you read.\n\nRead the text carefully, highlighting and making notes as you go along.\n\nGo do something else for an hour but don't watch TV or go on the computer. You will end up thinking about what you read and putting it in your own words.\n\nReview your highlighting, notes and answered questions the day you read the chapter, before a lecture and before a test.
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The most effective way to study is by taking notes on the things you have to study for. Take notes when your teacher(s)gave you the date of when the test or quiz is going to be on. Don't put down EVERYTHING...only put the 'important' things down. And don't put any defintions down. Put the defintions on vocabualry cards. Once you have the notes and vocabulary cards down, study it everyday. Once you have memorized the defintions on the vocabulary cards always study at night, or in the morning. Don't do anything else when you are studying the vocabulary cards. You will be distracted and might not get it down. Study the notes too. But a better way to take notes is on a blank piece of paper leave about 4" blank by scooting to the right. Draw a line down the middle (doesn't have to be straight). After you have taken the notes, on the very left where you left it blank, write down questions, and you should number it so it will be way easier. Even after you have taken your test, you should still study it, because when you have your finals you might need it.\nThat's a really good way to study.
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Well, for one thing, take notes. Keep 'em simple. Like you said, who wants to stare at a textbook for hours and hours? Better to study quick, simple, down-to-earth info. For example, instead of saying "Mushrooms are fungi" you can note down, "Mushroom-fungi". Abbreviate; make your notes as simple as possible yet not too simple. Need to know if something is worth taking notes on? Convert the sentence or info you just learned into a question. If you were a teacher, would you put that on the test? Also, take breaks if you will study for a long time; maybe 15 minute breaks hourly so you're not as bored.
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u dont ...just take the exam...........
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My method of studying (and I was in college in the 60's was to take very good notes in class, do underlying in the books if that is possible, and re-write things as I learned better from the written word than any other way. This was WAY before computers, though. \n\nUse whatever system works best for you. Are you a crammer, learning a lot in an intense, short period of time? If so, set aside X number of hours and close yourself off and cram. Peferable to do only one subject at a time. More focused.\n\nAre you a hearing learner? Put as much as you can on oral so you can listen and learn, over and over if you have to.\n\nAre you a tactile learner (by touch)? If so, write out questions, answers, notes, important reminders, etc. Then answer your questions by writing.\n\nMy suggestion is not to study to the distraction of all else. It seems to "cram" the mind with too much information, your brain goes on overload, and you shut down and can hardly remember your own name, let alone much else. Take breaks like the other people said. The powerball is a great idea too. When you break, get completely out of the studying atmosphere. Do anything else, to refresh and recharge your brain.\n\nDo you do better with a study partner. If so, use one. If not, that's okay to. I do recommend studying in a place that is quiet and lets you concentrate. NOT IN FRONT OF TV. Not at the kitchen table. \n\nAnd I am curious why you said "NOT STUDYING IS NOT AN OPTION"
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A couple of the most important tips:\n\nStudy every day; don't wait until just before a test.\n\nStudy only what you don't know; don't go over things you already know.\n\nIf you search the Internet for "how to study" you will find loads of web sites with more ideas.