Author: Hilori Wolstat

Many students lose points on exams—not because they don’t know the material, but because of small mistakes made under pressure.

Common mistakes include:

• Misreading the question
• Rushing through answer choices
• Ignoring keywords like except, not, or best
• Changing correct answers without a clear reason
• Spending too much time on one difficult question

These mistakes can often be reduced by slowing down, reading carefully, and following a consistent test-taking strategy.

Successful test takers don’t just know the material—they know how to approach each question with confidence and focus.

Academic success is about more than passing the next exam.

Students benefit from developing skills they can use throughout school, training programs, and future careers.

These skills include:

• Study strategies
• Time management
• Organization
• Learning techniques
• Test-taking skills

When students build these habits, they become more independent learners and are better prepared for future challenges.

Success isn’t just about knowing the material. It’s about having the tools and strategies to learn effectively.

Yes. The Big Test System teaches preparation, organization, and test-taking skills that apply to certification and licensure exams of any length. If your exam is longer than the standard practice schedule, simply adjust the length of your practice sessions while continuing to use the same strategies, dashboard, SMART Goals, and SEOT Reviews.