I have a big exam on Wednesday. It's the last one before the drop

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The discussion revolves around a student's preparation for an upcoming exam that is critical for maintaining their GPA. The focus is on study strategies, emotional challenges, and attitudes towards learning, covering topics such as exam content, study habits, and personal motivation.

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  • The student expresses a desire to achieve at least a B on the exam and discusses their previous poor performance, indicating a need for effective study strategies.
  • The student mentions the exam will cover rotations, statics, and fluids, and that they are allowed to use notecards with equations.
  • Some participants question the student's lifestyle choices, suggesting that factors like sleep and study environment may be affecting their performance.
  • Another participant challenges the student's motivation, arguing that learning should be driven by a genuine interest in the subject rather than solely for grades.
  • The student acknowledges the need for improvement in their study habits, particularly in creating a conducive environment for learning.
  • The student reflects on their past success with a different attitude towards learning, indicating a struggle to adapt to the current situation.

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Participants express differing views on the importance of motivation versus practical study strategies. There is no consensus on the best approach to improve the student's performance.

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The discussion highlights the student's emotional state and the pressure of maintaining a GPA, which may influence their study effectiveness. There are unresolved issues regarding the best study methods and the impact of personal habits on academic performance.

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I have a big exam on Wednesday. It's the last one before the drop date. I just need all of the help I can get. Any help would be appreciated. Here is where I am right now:

  • I want at least a B on this test.
  • Made very bad grades on first two tests.
  • However, if I get good marks on last two (very last one is a cumulative), I will get a B.
  • We are allowed to use notecards with equations (no actual words though).
  • We get a review, but it only has three types of problems.
  • Will cover three chapters: rotations, statics, and fluids

So, are there any tips that you can think of? I'm trying my best to study. I know WHY I am doing poorly (don't know when to use which equation). I've practiced and practiced and I STILL forget. The math is no problem. I'm just feeling really disheartened.

A C would really destroy my GPA (have a 3.7); and can't afford to drop another class (already dropped 2 in first two years of college). Thanks, guys.
 
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Are you drinking or doing drugs? Are you going out when you could be studying? Are you getting enough sleep and quiet time after studying so that your brain has a chance to store the information?
 


You're learning in order to obtain a good grade. That's the wrong attitude. You need to learn because you're hungry for knowledge and because you enjoy it.
 


Evo said:
Are you drinking or doing drugs? Are you going out when you could be studying? Are you getting enough sleep and quiet time after studying so that your brain has a chance to store the information?

No to drinking, drugs, and going out. Sleep and quiet time I definitely need to work on though.

micromass said:
You're learning in order to obtain a good grade. That's the wrong attitude. You need to learn because you're hungry for knowledge and because you enjoy it.

That attitude worked with all my past classes, so I thought it would work with this one too. :(
 

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