It is generally believed that it’s easy to deal with theoretical exams but Multiple Choice Questions are hard to answer. Many a times we study in depth, yet those MCQs jumble up things in our heads owing to the utter confusion the similar options create. Today MCQs are the heart and soul of each entrance test for the selection of candidates for the most coveted courses and jobs. Indeed dealing with them tactfully has become the need of the hour.
There are certain tips that you might be missing while facing an MCQs test. Multiple choice questions can be made from anywhere in the syllabus and accordingly you need to know all the key words in every topic.
Make sure you prepare according to the nature of the exam, if the exam is MCQ , you ought to study thoroughly with deep understanding of each and every topic. Preparation without knowing the type of exam might go futile. When you sit for MCQ exam make sure you keep one pencil along. In case you get stuck on any question, use pencil to mark the possibly correct option, which later can be considered again.
Read the question carefully. First try to answer the question in your mind, without looking at the options. This might help avoid confusion.
After understanding the question, look into the options. Read the options slowly and clearly, keeping in mind the perspective of the question.
In any case read all the options. Make sure you don’t miss “all the above” or “none of these” options to avoid any regrets later. Highlight the options that you feel are correct or mark True or False against each option. Narrow down the options by eliminating the false options.
When you are left with the options which are precisely right, it becomes easier to guess the right option.
Research indicates the first answer that strikes you mind is often the right one, but don’t be afraid to change the answer when you have a good explanation for the same.
These steps might seem time consuming, but with regular practice you will become adept at cracking MCQs to near perfect.
