How can I improve accuracy and speed while solving GATE question paper?
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One cannot just practice the accuracy and speed at which one solves the GATE question paper but have to incorporate systematic practice and smart approaches:
1. Mock Timed Tests Practice
Administer full-length mock exams in a time constraint exam conditions. This develops your mental a capacity and makes time better at each section.
Simulate the actual testing conditions: sit at a table, shut down distractions, and use the rules of GATE which involve writing by subject and web-based calculator.
2. Examine errors and tendency of errors
Once a mock or past year paper is done, revise all the mistakes that you made, to identify the trend - were...more -
We all know that practice is key. Here's a tip - solve a mix of previous year's GATE question papers and topic-wise questions under-timed conditions. Review the incorrect answers to avoid repeated mistakes. Use shortcuts and tricks for calculations. Start using virtual calculator for solving GATE questions, use hacks and tricks (don't follow blindly but also understand the concept behind them).
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