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Q1 approach techniques

Forums › Ask ACCA Tutor Forums › Ask the Tutor ACCA SBL Exams › Q1 approach techniques

  • This topic has 3 replies, 2 voices, and was last updated 8 years ago by akm9825.
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  • March 8, 2017 at 5:23 pm #376658
    akm9825
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    Dear Sir,

    I have failed Paper P3 on several occasions and I think due to poor exam technique and poor time mgt. I got 44 in my last sitting even though I did not attempt the third Qs and missed some part Qs for the other 2. I basically attempted around 65% of the paper.

    I am now planning to Ans Qs1 as follows:

    10 mins – skim read (Qs requirements & scenario)
    35 mins – calculations & analysis
    1 hr – Answering (pen to paper)

    Any advise please.

    Thanks

    March 8, 2017 at 5:25 pm #376661
    akm9825
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    and any tips on attempting the optional Qs…

    March 8, 2017 at 7:09 pm #376790
    Ken Garrett
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    I think the 35 mins calculations and analysis is quite long. Remain flexible and make sure you devote enough time to writing – that’s what you will be marked on.

    Above all, move on after 1 1/2 hours. You will almost certainly not pass if you leave out a question.

    As for the other questions. Reading and thinking: max 15 minutes. Again be ruthless and move on after the rime is up for each section.

    Good luck!

    March 9, 2017 at 2:00 am #376904
    akm9825
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    Thanks very much…I will definitely stick to the time allocation this time

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