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The Practice Test Phase - How to Study Your Wrong Answers

The Practice Test Phase - How to Study Your Wrong Answers


When you have spent time studying for a CLEP or DSST exam the next step is to gather some practice tests and practice. It is a good idea to find 3-7 practice tests for your subject, if possible. But what is the best method for taking these tests and getting the most out of the process? Here is a detailed description of our method.

1. Evaluate

Take a practice test, timed if possible. This lets you know how much you have retained from your study time or previous experience.

2. Track incorrect

Make a note of all your incorrect answers and those that were right only because of a total guess

3. List true statements

Make a list of true statements from the answer explanations. These true statements are either the answer you guessed and its definition, or the question with the real answer, or both. This step really shows you the weak places in your studying.

4. Sort

Organize these true statements into

a. A list of definitions that don't fall into a category

b. Big issue charts or sheets. Use one blank sheet of paper for each of these issues (for example, The Constitution or Southern Civil War losses with causes). IEW's Advanced note taking System works well for these charts.

5. Store

Place these notes in a 3 ring binder and review them, focusing on weak areas and adding further research (like Google searching or Wikipedia)

6. Test again

Retake test or take another one

7. Repeat until mastered

Repeat steps 2-6 until you are scoring in the mid 60's consistently (though we prefer 70's)

8. Real Test

Make appointment and sit for test (unless your testing facility requires more than a few day's notice)

9. Celebrate

(hopefully)

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