Tip 3: Time Management

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• Leerjaar 5

Time Management

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will know more about time management during an exam.

Time Allocation Strategy

With Extra Time

You have 150 minutes for around 42 questions.

Let's say you manage to finish each question in 3 minutes -->

You'll finish the entire exam in 126 minutes.

Standard Timing

You have 180 minutes for around 42 questions.

Let's say you manage to finish each question in 4 minutes -->

You'll finish the entire exam in 168 minutes.

Try to check your pace regularly, you'll know when to hurry, or when to chill!

Tips for Staying Calm

You have spare time. Use it to breathe, pause if you feel stressed, visit the toilet if needed, and come back to questions or texts for clarity.

Always review your answers before submitting. Check if you have really answered what was asked.

Practise reading exams with a timer to know your personal pace.