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  • March 10, 2018 at 2:53 pm #442041
    mks2016
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    Hi,

    I had problems with timing when writing P3 exam (I have passed P1), I only managed to do two questions in three hours and 15 minutes. Any ways to improve speed? Have been practising timing my answers but Its not helping. I find it timing to tight to read, process the info, think and write?

    Many Thanks

    March 10, 2018 at 5:07 pm #442096
    Ken Garrett
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    Read requirements first.

    When reading the question annotate the question paper – don’t just underline/highlight. You will therefore be thinking and processing as you go and will be able to more easily find material in the question.

    Spend 5 minutes planning (for a 25 mark question)

    Write succinctly and to the point. If necessary, use short paragraphs, each about two sentences long. Get your main points across.

    Do not describe models: apply them. No need to even introduce them.

    When times up MOVE ON to the next question.

    March 11, 2018 at 1:01 pm #442189
    mks2016
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    How much reading time should I allocate for question 1 and section B questions if I set aside 5 minutes for planning time?

    March 11, 2018 at 2:27 pm #442199
    Ken Garrett
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    Q1 will require 10 to 15 minutes study (including annotations on the question). Other questions around 5 to 10 minutes.

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