Time Management & Test Strategies Flashcards

If you are unsure between two answer choices on the PERT, what is the best approach?

Answer: Re-examine the question for keywords and choose the most logical option

Focusing on keywords in the question helps you decide logically between two close choices.

Why should you avoid changing your overall test pace based on other students finishing early?

Answer: Their pace has no bearing on your untimed test

The PERT is untimed and individually adaptive, so another student's speed is irrelevant to your performance.

What is the benefit of using scratch paper during the PERT math section?

Answer: It lets you work problems step by step and reduce careless errors

Working math problems on scratch paper organizes your steps and minimizes mistakes.

How can a test-taker reduce anxiety while taking the PERT?

Answer: By taking slow breaths and focusing on one question at a time

Deep breathing and focusing on the current question keep anxiety low and concentration high.

Which approach best uses the untimed nature of the PERT when reading a long passage?

Answer: Read the passage fully and refer back as needed

Without time pressure, reading the whole passage and rereading parts improves comprehension accuracy.

Why is it wise to take a practice PERT before the real test?

Answer: It familiarizes you with the format and identifies weak areas

Practice tests build familiarity with the format and highlight topics needing more study.

What does a higher PERT score generally help a student achieve?

Answer: Placement into higher-level or credit-bearing college courses

Strong PERT scores can place students into college-level courses and help them avoid remedial classes.