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Elimination Techniques for MCQs: Narrowing down options
🚀 Elimination techniques for multiple-choice questions (MCQs) are strategies used to narrow down the possible answers to a question, making it easier to select the correct one. This is especially useful in exams like the JNVST, where time is limited, and accuracy is crucial. The main idea is to eliminate options that are clearly incorrect, leaving fewer choices to consider. This can be done by using logic, understanding the question thoroughly, and applying knowledge of the subject.
Examples💡
Imagine you are at a local market, and you need to buy fruits. You have four options: apples, bananas, oranges, and grapes. You know you don't like bananas and grapes, so you eliminate those options, leaving you with apples and oranges to choose from.
Suppose you are solving a math problem where you need to find the sum of two numbers. The options are 15, 20, 25, and 30. You know the sum is less than 20, so you can eliminate 25 and 30, narrowing your choices to 15 and 20.
Common Mistakes to Avoid⚠️
- Not reading the question carefully, leading to misunderstanding what is being asked.
- Eliminating options too quickly without proper reasoning, which might lead to removing the correct answer.
- Overthinking and second-guessing oneself, which can cause confusion and errors.