i have a problem in my math ability, plz help?

Question

am above average at math and always solve problems before anyone in my class and they are right but when it comes to tests, i always suck at them and mess in every little thing

>any advice on how to solve this problem

Answer 1

I have similar problems. My problem is just being sloppy with calculations and numbers. I just have difficulty paying attention. If you continue with mathematics, you may never see a mumber larger than 30 or so after your sophmore year. You will be dealing with proofs and theroms and the basic structures of math.

Meanwhile, what has helped me is writing down every step, so my teacher can see what I tried to do, and give me partial credit. After I am done, (or right away on multiple choice tests, or problems with lots of numbers), I check my answer. Devise little checks that make sense to you. In equations, plug simple to solve numbers in the result. In division, multiply things together. It often takes less time to check an answer than solve it again. Also, try to figure out exactly what mistakes you tend to make. then you know where to focus your attention in checking work. Solve things two different ways. Perhaps by graphing and then algebraically. (This may get you brownie points.)

Don't worry too much.In college I have seen math teachers often make errors on the board, so they know how easy it is to do. These same teachers will cut you some slack too.

Answer 2

I think you might have test anxiety.

Most students experience some level of anxiety during an exam
However, when anxiety affects exam performance it has become a problem.

General preparation/building confidence:
Review your personal situation and skills
Academic counselors can help you in these areas, or refer to these Guides on the topic.

There were too many to print so please follow the link.

Here are just a few.

Developing good study habits and strategies.
Approach the exam with confidence.
Allow yourself plenty of time, especially to do things you need to do before the test and still get there a little early.
Avoid thinking you need to cram just before.
Read the directions carefully.
Don't panic when students start handing in their papers. There's no reward for being the first done.
Use positive reinforcement for yourself:
Acknowledge that you have done, and are doing, your best
Expect some anxiety ~ It's a reminder that you want to do your best and can provide energy ~Just keep it manageable

If you are aware that you have a problem with test anxiety,
be sure your teacher or instructor knows before any testing begins (and not the hour before!).
There may be other options to evaluate your knowledge or performance within the subject matter

Again there are soooo many more suggestions at this website. Good Luck

Answer 3

this is a problem u have to adjust with.try to cope with the pressure,dont run away frm it.When u are doing sums in class,take it as a test where marks wouldt matter.
And before taking a test, think like this:"What will happen if i get poor marks?teacher will scold me.i may not make the top 10 list,etc etc.But nothing more than that.Be cool".Remember ur basic formulas.What generally happens is u start the exam with confidence but get nervous during the exam if u fail to do a certain sum.In this situation,try to be think nothing except the methods of solving the next prob.I myself have choked manytimes in school got 92 and 97 in CBSE X and XII exams
If ur problem is far more serious go to a counsellor(I wont say Psychologist) or read this book.
"Stop worrying and start Living" by Dale Carnegie
Mail me anytime if u think i can help u

Answer 4

You have to change your train of thought on tests..it isnt your ability getting in the way but your nerves. Calm down..take a breather and work them out.

Answer 5

You have examination fever. One trick may help you. try this. when you sit for the exam first you take a long breth and slowly exhale. do it for times and attempt to anser your paper. for every answer you do one time this exercise. your problem will be solved

Answer 6

just understand the questions first before solving anything.

Answer 7

as consistent with i solved it solved first one via substitution technique and 2nd one basically via substitution and cubing the two the facets. you will get 2nd one (a+b+c)^3 =27abc as that's yet fixing 1st one is ending up with result -3. now u please verify the 1st answer. could b any mistake in fixing. positioned the fee of (a+b) as -c or c=(-a-b) in 1st and a^a million/3+b^a million/3 = c^a million/3 and take cube the two the facets and then open formula of (x+y)^3 in lhs. you will finally end up with a similar result.

Answer 8

practice, practice, practice. when you do some exercises on mathematical problems at home, do it like it is a test

Answer 9

take deep breaths, pretend it isnt a test, and dont even think about it. think what you think when you're not taking a test.