Scoring perfect marks in maths of class 10 is not that difficult if you follow a defined strategy for completing your CBSE Class 10 syllabus for maths timely. There are lots of myths among students that toppers study all day with lot's of piled-up books surrounding them. Instead of doing hard work, toppers go for smart work. So, here are some 'smart' tips to get you a perfect score in your class 10 maths.
• Organise and Plan everything
First and the very foremost, plan a schedule which would not only include studying but relaxing and listening to soothing music too with frequent but short breaks. Organise your books and stack up your notes to prevent any last minute stress searching for important topics' notes. Try to follow your schedule for one week and see if that fits you or if that stresses you out. Make adjustments according to how much your brain can grasp.
• Focus on basics
Before jumping straight upon to complex reference books, focus on NCERT. NCERT is the bible for the students appearing for school examinations. It is believed that 80-85% of the exam is based on NCERT. Don't try to solve questions in your mind or think that if you read a question once, you can solve it in the exam too, write and solve every question. Go through NCERT thoroughly so that every question gets engraved in your mind. Make sure to keep a very strong grip on formulas and solve every question and miscellaneous exercise of NCERT at least 3-4 times. Don't try to cram maths, you will only end up making more mistakes.
• Practice, Practice and Practice
"Practice makes a man perfect" is the quote which should justify your study strategy in a line. After practising NCERT thoroughly, solve previous year papers and try to understand the concept and format of the exam. Practice solved answer questions from exemplar or other reference books prescribed by your teacher or tutor. Even if you think that the chapter is too easy for you or it is not a scoring chapter, practice and solve every single question even if it is a simple one. Practice as much as you can so that if you get a question in your exam which you have already solved before, you can save your time in brainstorming on how to solve that question.
• Test your knowledge
Along with solving previous year exams, test your knowledge by mock tests made by your teacher or tutor. Join test series started by your coaching so that it can maintain your regularity of studying every day. Another big benefit of going on with test series is when you solve NCERT questions then it is formula-wise and your mind approach is single way that this whole exercise will be based on a single formula. In a test, there are mixed questions of different chapters with different formulas which changes the way your mind approach after seeing a question. This will help you to brainstorm which formula will solve that particular question.
• Keep your anxiety at bay
Being anxious will do nothing but add up to your exam stress and appearing with stress could increase your chances to score low in your exam. If you are feeling anxious a lot, here are some quick tips which are going to help you:
1) Talk to your parents or teachers
Your parents and teachers will always be there to support you. So, don't hesitate in bringing your problems to them. They will calm you in a way no one can do. Tell them how you really feel and don't get frustrated if they don't understand you, they are just your well-wishers.
2) Set a positive mindset
Think of positive things or your happy place before appearing for an exam. Radiate positive energy and always keep in mind that you can do anything. So, relax your mind and fill yourself with positivity. Expect yourself to do well and if you don't, you will have many chances ahead.
3) Track your eating habits
Avoid junk foods and oily foods at any cost. These foods tend to make you lazy and at the end, there will be no time for preparation. Eat a very nutritious and healthy diet and drink lots of water. Don't fill yourself too much or you will end up getting drowsy. Avoid caffeine at any cost as it would only add up to your stress. Drown yourself in fruits and lightweight foods.
• Presentation
By just looking at the exam, the checker can tell if the paper is topper or not. You have to be very neat and attentive while attempting your exam. Bring your own stationery items in the exam hall, so that you don't have to borrow them at the end moment. Manage your time accordingly. Don't organise your paper at the cost of leaving other higher marks questions. Prioritise completing your paper. hair are some tips which would help you to organise an attempt your paper neatly.
1) Use pencil and scale
Mark a line after the end of every question. Draw a side margin for calculation to avoid any clumsiness or silly mistakes in the paper. do your calculations neatly so that when you revise your paper at the end, it would be easy and less time consuming for you. If the question consists of drawing any geometrical figure or graph, draw it with the help of pencil and scale.
2) Read carefully
Many students make silly mistakes by writing one question's answer to another question which results in unnecessary deduction of their score. Start every question with a new page to make your exam neat and readable. Write question numbers very clearly. Recheck every question twice and if you have an ideal time at the end of your exam, revise and re-revise every single question along with calculations. Minimise unnecessary scribbling and attempt your exam with utmost attention.
• Avoid Post-examination stress
Don't discuss answers with any of your friends after attempting your exam. This will only result in lack of motivation for further exams. Many of your friends would also come up to you to ask for answers, don't cater to them and focus on your next examination. Make sure to remember that you have tried your level best in attempting your exam and the result will not decide your future and is not bigger than your mental health.
