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How to not get intimidated by questions that look difficult? 18 Aug 2021, 14:42
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I've recently begun my prep with TTP and I've found that a lot of questions that look super difficult can often be solved using a simple trick. In many cases, I know these tricks in the back of my head but when I come across such a difficult-looking question, I end up getting startled and forget to apply the trick. For instance, I often forget to use strategic numbers in multiplications that look daunting (i.e. 14590 x 27 is actually pretty close to 15000 x 30). Similarly, I forget to solve complex-looking wordy algebra equations using the matrix method. I understand that I'll improve as I keep practicing but is there a way to get rid of this fear of questions that look intimidating?

Any advice would be much appreciated. Thanks!
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How to not get intimidated by questions that look difficult? 18 Aug 2021, 19:16
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Hi spider12345123,

Just to be clear, you are following the TTP study plan, correct? Once I have that information, we can take things from there.
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How to not get intimidated by questions that look difficult? 18 Aug 2021, 22:34
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If you have sufficient time, I would highly recommend taking Prof. Benjamin's course on Mental Maths. It really helped me overcome my fear of working with large numbers.

In general, the more you practice, the more comfortable you'll become.

All the best with your prep! :)
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I've recently begun my prep with TTP and I've found that a lot of questions that look super difficult can often be solved using a simple trick. In many cases, I know these tricks in the back of my head but when I come across such a difficult-looking question, I end up getting startled and forget to apply the trick. For instance, I often forget to use strategic numbers in multiplications that look daunting (i.e. 14590 x 27 is actually pretty close to 15000 x 30). Similarly, I forget to solve complex-looking wordy algebra equations using the matrix method. I understand that I'll improve as I keep practicing but is there a way to get rid of this fear of questions that look intimidating?

Any advice would be much appreciated. Thanks!
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Hi spider12345123,

Just to be clear, you are following the TTP study plan, correct? Once I have that information, we can take things from there.
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Hi ScottTargetTestPrep,

Yes I am using the TTP study plan. I haven't gotten too far in the prep though (only used about 4% of the entire plan or so).
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Hi spider12345123,

Just to be clear, you are following the TTP study plan, correct? Once I have that information, we can take things from there.

Hi ScottTargetTestPrep,

Yes I am using the TTP study plan. I haven't gotten too far in the prep though (only used about 4% of the entire plan or so).
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Awesome, so just keep following the study plan. As you do, you will become more skilled and many of your issues will begin to dissipate. So, work your butt off, and feel free to keep us updated.

You've got this!!