PHYSICS QUESTIONS and EXAMS
Some ideas about answering
Physics questions
Read the question carefully
Decide on the area of Physics to
which the question refers
Decide if you need a formula and if so which one
Use a
diagram if it helps your answer but make sure that it is fully labelled
Some
suggestions to help you through the exam.
(a) Read all instructions on the
paper carefully.
(b) Read the paper carefully
(c) Choose the questions very
carefully if there is a choice.
(d) Set yourself time limits for various parts.
(e)
Notice if the marks allotted are shown on the paper.
(f) Don't make silly
arithmetical errors or leave off units.
(g) Make sure the examiner can read your writing
(h) Cross out errors.
(i) Show your working out except in multiple choice
papers.
(j) Work carefully in practical exams.
(k) Check your work at the end if you
have time
(l) Don't rush and don't panic!
Good Luck!
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