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Step 5: How to ace the Military recruitment Tests
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The day before the test, it is paramount to (a) not worry, and (b) get a good night’s sleep! The night before, be sure you get to bed early. Read, watch TV, draw – do something to help you relax and sleep well.
When you go to actually take the test, whatever you do, LISTEN and FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS. Do not be afraid to ask questions! Some people at the office may give you a bit of attitude, but just laugh it off and ask your question. Their job is to help you.
Once you actually sit down in front of a computer, read and listen to the instructions VERY CAREFULLY. The keyboard will have only a few keys that you need to use. IF YOU PRESS AN INVALID KEY YOUR TEST MAY BE DISQUALIFIED AND YOU WILL HAVE TO COME BACK ANOTHER DAY.
Go through the questions at a good pace, but not too quickly. If you read things carefully the first time, you will find that there is plenty of time to complete the test. Remember that you cannot go back, so take each question seriously!
Our list of Dos and Don’ts:
DO:
- Ask questions
- Follow instructions
- Read the keyboard instructions carefully
- Use plenty of scratch paper
- Do things carefully the first time!
- Eliminate answers that are obviously wrong
- Guess if you cannot figure out a question within 1-2 minutes
DON’T:
- Take too long on any one question
- Talk to your neighbour(s)
- Press the wrong keys on the keyboard
- Skip questions (you cannot go back)
- Fall asleep
And finally, though it should go without saying, make sure you go to the bathroom BEFORE starting the test!
