Add A Little Bit Of D.E.T.E.R. To Your Life!

Now this isn't cheating, but at least it's a way to help you do the best you can on your next exam. It's the D.E.T.E.R. strategy!
D = Directions
Think about it, if you don't do the test according to the directions, there is no way for you to do well! If you don't understand, ask a teacher, they won't think less of you.

E = Examine

Examine the entire test to see exactly what it is they want you to do. This way you can break the test down into the parts that make it easier for you.

T = Time

Once you've looked over the test, decide how much time you will spend on each section.
If one section is worth more points than another, spend more time on that section.

E = Easiest
Which ones are the easiest? The ones that you know the answer to, right!! Answer those first. That way, at least you know you won't lose points if you spend time on questions that you don't know as well.

R = Review

Go over the test at the end. May be you misssed a section or a question? It's stupid to lose points from making a mistake like that. Also, sometimes teachers answer previous questions with the questions later on in the test, Hint, Hint!

This way of taking tests is an extra 5 minutes that can make a difference in your grade. If you care about your grades, think about doing it, if you don't, what can I say.

By Dardane