| How to Pass a Math Test Posted: 18 Sep 2019 05:00 PM PDT Math tests can be daunting, especially if you don't consider math your best subject. But you can be successful on a math test with the right strategies and preparation. Studying for a test over a period of days or weeks is the best way to pass a math test, but there are also some things you can do if you only have one day to prepare. If your test is even sooner, then focus on what you already know and use test-taking strategies to maximize your score. [Edit]Studying for a Math Exam - Do the assigned homework for your class. Your math teacher will likely assign homework on a regular basis that is meant to help prepare you for tests. Make sure that you always do the homework, even if it is optional or not worth many points. Doing this extra work will help to prepare you for the tests, which will help you pass the class.[1]
- Complete extra problems if you are having trouble with a concept. For example, if your teacher assigns all of the even problems at the end of the chapter, do the evens and the odds.
- Your textbook may have a section in the back where you can check your answers. If it does, use it to see how you are doing.
- Write out the required formula for each problem as you do the homework. This will make it easier for you to remember it when you take a test.[2]
- Review your notes and focus on what will be covered on the test. If you take good notes, this will be a valuable resource for helping you pass your exams. Try to read your notes on the same day you took them to reinforce the information that you learned in class that day.[3]
- For example, you could read through your notes after your class, before you do your homework, or when you study.
- Read the assigned chapters to understand concepts. Although you may not enjoy reading your math textbook, it is a great way to ensure that you understand the concepts and terms your teacher covers in class. Take time to carefully read the chapters your teacher assigns and ask questions if something is unclear.[4]
- Highlight or underline important passages while you read so that it will be easy for you to come back to them later on.
- Mark important pages with sticky notes so you can quickly refer to them.[5]
- Create flashcards to remember important terms and formulas. Flashcards are index cards with information on both sides. You can use flashcards to help you memorize math formulas, key terms, and concepts. Write the formula, term, or concept on 1 side of the card, and then write an explanation and an example on the other side.[6]
- For example, if you want to memorize the math formula for a quadratic equation, then you could write the formula on 1 side of the card, and then write an explanation of how to use the formula along with an example on the opposite side.
- Ask your teacher or math tutor if you don't understand something. There will be concepts that give you trouble, and when this happens, it's best to ask for help as soon as possible. Talk with your math teacher or a math tutor about any concepts that you don't understand. They can provide more information to help you grasp the concept.[7]
[Edit]Preparing for a Math Exam in One Day - Review your notes for the most important formulas and information. If you have been taking notes in class, you can use them to target what you study over the next 24 hours. Identify any important formulas or other information that your teacher stressed in class. This will likely show up on the test, so read through your notes on it carefully.[8]
- If you don't have good notes, ask a classmate if they would mind sharing their notes with you. They may be willing to let you read their notes or even make a copy of them to help you study.
- Take a practice test if your teacher provides one. Some math teachers will give their students a practice test that they can use to study. If your teacher provides a practice test, take it and read through it several times and make sure you understand everything on it. Some of the same problems may show up on the actual math test, so making sure you fully understand the test will increase your chances of passing.
- You can also make your own practice test using problems from class and your book.[9]
- Another option is to look up relevant practice tests online.
- Create a study sheet with the most important information. Identify all of the most important formulas, concepts, terms, and other information that you think you will need to know to pass your test. Then, write this information down on a note card or sheet of paper. Keep it on you and take it out to read through it whenever you get a chance.[10]
- For example, you could read over your study sheet while riding the bus, waiting in line, or even right before class. sheet of paper depending on your teacher's guidelines. Write any information on this sheet you think you will need to know to pass the test.[11]}}
- Watch YouTube videos for quick explanations of difficult concepts. If you are still struggling to understand a concept, check to see if there are any YouTube video explanations of them. These may be easier to follow than material in a textbook or your notes.[12]
- For example, if you are struggling to understand how to add and subtract fractions, find a video that explains it in an engaging, clear way.
[Edit]Improving Your Performance on Test Day - Skip problems that you are unsure about and come back to them. It's best to complete the easiest problems on a test first since these will take you less time. If you encounter a problem that has you stumped, skip it and come back to it after you have tackled all of the easiest problems.[13]
- Read through word problems and extrapolate the numbers. Word problems can be very confusing, especially when they contain lots of extra information that does not contribute to the math of the problem. Take a minute to read through each of the word problems on a test first, and identify the relevant numbers to solving the equation. Then, plug the numbers into a formula that will help you to find a solution.[14]
- For example, if the problem reads: "Albert has 27 cars that he wants to park on his lawn, and each car requires a space. Albert's lawn is . How many of the cars can he park on his lawn?"
- The relevant numbers for this problem are the number of cars, the amount of space per car: , and the total size of Albert's lawn: .
- Show all of your work and include any additional information you can. Even if you get an answer wrong, some teachers will award extra points if you show your work and include extra information that demonstrates your knowledge. Make sure to write out as much detail as you can for each problem, especially if you are unsure about the answer.[15]
- For example, if you need to complete an equation using a specific formula, write the formula out first. Then, complete the equation using the formula and show any additional calculations you need to do to complete the problem.
- Eliminate any options that you think are wrong. As you go through the test, you may encounter some problems that you are not sure about. To increase your chances of getting points for a question you are unsure about, you can eliminate any responses that you think are wrong. Try to solve the problem, and then eliminate any answers that are clearly wrong.[16]
- For example,say you complete the problem and get 72 as your answer, but the options available are a) 56, b) 71, c) 77, and d) 112. You could eliminate a and d since they are far off from your answer. Your best option would likely be b since it is the closest to the answer you got.
- Guess the answer if all else fails. If the problems are multiple choice and you are not sure what the right answer is, then you can try to guess the answer. Go with the option that seems like the right response if you have an idea of what that might be. Some additional ways of guessing the answer include:[17]
- Avoiding choices that are very different from the other responses.
- Opting for an "all" or "none" answer if these are options.
- Going with the longest answer option for a word problem.
- Practicing is important to improve your performance on math tests. If something doesn't click right away, just keep trying and you will get it eventually.
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| How to Do a French Knot Posted: 18 Sep 2019 09:00 AM PDT French knots can look like a complicated way to add texture to embroidery, but they're really simple. Bring your needle up through the fabric and wrap the embroidery floss around the needle a few times. When you push it down into your fabric and bring the needle through, you'll see a delicate dot. French knots are great for filling in embroidered images or creating patterns so it's a useful stitch to know. [Edit]Stitching a French Knot - Thread a needle and place your fabric or hoop in your lap. For a small French knot, thread a single strand of embroidery floss through the eye of a needle. If you'd like a larger knot, use 2 to 4 strands of floss. Then, place the fabric you're embellishing or the hoop you're embroidering on in your lap since you'll need both hands to make the French knot.[1]
- If you're making a French knot on thick fabric, use a large needle with several strands of floss or yarn.
- Bring the needle up through the fabric. Hold the needle under your fabric and push the tip of it through where you want to make the knot. Pull the needle to extend the floss so only about is left underneath the fabric.[2]
- If you're worried that you'll accidentally pull the floss completely through the fabric, hold the underside in place until you make the knot.
- Hold the needle horizontally so it points away from your work. Lower the needle towards the surface of your fabric and hold it horizontally behind the floss so the floss forms a loop. Point the tip of the needle away from the center of your hoop or fabric.[3]
- Use the hand that's not holding the needle to pinch the floss that's coming away from the fabric so it's taut. This will prevent the floss from getting tangled.
- Wrap the floss around the needle 2 to 3 times. Keep holding the needle horizontally and use your other hand to wind the floss 2 or 3 times around the needle. Go slowly so the floss doesn't slide off of it.[4]
- If you'd like a smaller knot, try wrapping the floss around the needle only 1 time. The more you wind the floss, the bigger the knot will be.
- To prevent the wrapped floss from sliding off, you can use your non-dominant hand to hold the working floss taut.
- Push the wrapped needle down through the fabric. Point the tip of the needle right next to where you began the stitch. Then, insert it and bring the needle down through the fabric. To prevent tangling, hold the floss with your other hand until you've completely pulled the needle through the fabric.[5]
- The floss will form a loop until you pull the needle completely through. Use your fingers to prevent the loop from tangling as you make the stitch.
- Pull the floss until a knot forms and anchor the back to secure the stitch. If you're going to make more French knots that aren't more than apart, just start stitching the next knot. If you do want to tie off the knot, slide the needle under a stitch to make a loop under your fabric. Bring the needle through the loop and pull tightly before you cut the floss.[6]
[Edit]Adding French Knots to Your Projects - Use French knots to create punctuation for embroidered words. If you're embroidering a word or phrase, you may need to dot an "i" or make a period. French knots can make these really stand out so your word or phrase is visible.[7]
- For a fun way to embroider a word, trace the outline of the word on your fabric. Then, make lots of French knots around the border for each letter. Leave the actual word empty so the space is visible because it's surrounded by French knots.
- Fill embroidered flower petals or centers with French knots. Make a simple flower by placing a cluster of French knots at the top of an embroidered stem. You could also sew the outline of a large flower and fill in the petals with French knots so your flower is full of rich color and texture. To make the center of the flower stand out, make the French knots in the middle a different color.[8]
- For example, to make a daisy, create white French knots that radiate out from a center point. Then, make a few yellow French knots in the center.
- Sew delicate stars or snowflakes using French knots. Stitch rows of French knots to make star or snowflake patterns that are as simple or detailed as you like. Although there's no need to connect the knots, you could use a straight stitch to join them and make the stars or snowflakes clearer.[9]
- Try sewing constellations using French knots. To make brighter stars in the constellation, use 2 or 3 strands of thread instead of 1.
- Sew textured patterns on your projects. You can still use French knots even if you're not sewing text or images. Create a simple design of French knots to fill your fabric or create edging. For example, alternate French knots in different colors or sizes to add interest to the edge of your project.[10]
- Consider switching the thread color to make your pattern stand out even more.
- Work with yarn to make a French knot on your knitted or crocheted pieces. French knots aren't only for sewing or embroidery. You can embellish finished knitted or crocheted pieces with French knots in matching or contrasting yarn. For example, if you want to add texture to a knitted scarf, make French knots along the ends of the scarf.[11]
- French knots are a great way to add interest to a crocheted baby blanket. You can make a pattern with the knots or use them to make a flower design.
- If you're struggling to make a French knot, try wrapping the yarn around the needle in a figure-8 motion before inserting it through the fabric. This will create a colonial knot, but it looks just like a French knot.
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Embroidery floss or yarn
- Needle
- Fabric or embroidery hoop
- Scissors
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| How to Two Step Posted: 18 Sep 2019 01:00 AM PDT The two step, also called the Texas two step or the country two step, is a fast traveling dance that's popular with country music lovers. The movement of the dance is similar to walking, so it's fairly easy to learn. Start by getting into your dancing position, with one partner leading. Then, practice moving in a quick, quick, slow, slow pattern to a 6-beat count. After you master your footwork, you can add turns. [Edit]Getting into Position - Stand close to your partner and face them. Stand tall with your back straight and your legs about hip-width apart. Position yourselves about apart with your feet slightly off center from each other.[1]
- Keeping your body close to your partner's will help you stay together while you're dancing.
- Put your right hand on your partner's left shoulder blade if leading. Wrap your right arm loosely around your partner's side under their left arm. Then, position your right hand at the middle of their left shoulder blade, keeping your palm flat.[2]
- Don't press down into their skin. Keep your hand soft against their shoulder blade.
- Place your left hand above the lead's right bicep if you're following. Lay your left arm over your partner's right arm and put your left hand just above their right bicep. Gently grip their arm so that it will be easier to follow their movement.[3]
- Don't dig your fingers into their bicep or squeeze down too hard.
- Use your free hand to hold your partner's hand. Hold your arm out to the side at about shoulder level. Use a firm but comfortable grip to hold your partner's hand. Keep your arm loose with your elbow slightly bent.[4]
- If you're the lead, use your left arm to hold your partner's hand.
- If you're following, use your right arm.
- Stand to the left so you can see over your partner's right shoulder. You don't want to be perfectly centered because it will make it hard for you to see. Both partners should be about a step to the left rather than directly centered. Make sure you can see over your partner's right shoulder so you'll be aware of your surroundings.[5]
- If you can't see over their shoulder, take another step to your left.
[Edit]Doing a Basic Two Step - Count 1 beat for the first quick step. Step forward with your left leg if you're leading, or step backward with your right leg if you're following. Both you and your partner should step at the same time. Keep your step quick because it's a single beat.[6]
- During the dance, maintain a stance that is comfortable for walking. The movement of the two step is similar to walking.
- Take a quick second step to the 2nd beat. Move your right leg forward if you're leading or your left leg back if you're following. Make the step quickly and together, counting out 1 beat.[7]
- Don't worry about bringing your feet together because it isn't necessary.
- Step slowly on beats 3 and 4. Slow down your movement so that this step takes 2 beats instead of 1. Step forward with your left leg if you're the lead or step backward with your right leg if you're following. Once again, both partners should step together.[8]
- You'll step the same way as you did for the first step, but this time it will be slow.
- Take another slow step on beats 5 and 6. If you're the lead, move your right leg forward. If you're following, step backward with your left leg. Go slowly so that your step takes 2 beats.[9]
- Step the same way as you did in the second step but go slowly.
- Follow the line of dance if you're dancing alongside other couples. The line of dance is an imaginary line that goes around the dance floor. Faster dancers stay to the outside of the dance floor, while slower dancers move closer to the inside. Stay in the line that best matches your pace so that you don't accidentally bump into other dancers.[10]
- This line will move counter-clockwise.
- If people are line dancing, they'll do it at the center of the dance floor inside the line of dance.
[Edit]Adding Turns - Add the turn after you complete a set of steps. Turns go at the end of a quick, quick, slow, slow set. After you complete a set, the lead will twirl the follower. The turn will replace a set of steps so that the pattern of the dance isn't affected.[11]
- Keep holding hands but release each other's shoulder and bicep. You and your partner will hold hands throughout the turn. However, the lead will remove their hand from the follower's shoulder blade, and the follower will let go of the lead's arm. As you turn, raise your joined hands so that it will be easier for the follower to twirl.[12]
- It's okay to temporarily release each other's hands during the turn if necessary. Don't twist your wrist as you turn.
- Turn on the 2 quick steps if you're following. If you're the follower, quickly turn as you count out your quick, 1 beat steps. If you're leading, take 2 quick steps forward but make sure you're giving your partner enough room to turn.[13]
- It's still up to the lead to keep the dance moving forward at the right pace.
- Return to your dancing position on the slow steps. After the turn, get back into your dancing frame. Then, take 2 slow steps to complete the set. Continue into your next set of steps.[14]
- Look for two step classes at local dance studios, your local community center, or at nearby dance halls.
- Watch videos of two step dancing to help you learn the steps.
- Don't bounce as you two step. Your moves should be smooth and rhythmic.
- Be confident in your moves! Even if you make mistakes, it's unlikely that people will notice.
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