Drink up: Make a point to drink enough water on your exam day.
Don’t stay up: Many people stay up late the night before an exam. This leaves our brains exhausted the next day, which can affect exam performance. Getting plenty of sleep before exams is a must.
Eat up: Going to an exam without having a good breakfast is a big no-no. A hungry stomach can be a huge distraction during exams and slow your thinking abilities. Make sure you eat a healthy breakfast with some protein on your exam day.
Pack up: If you pack your exam bag right before you leave, it is easy to leave behind important things in a hurry. Make sure to pack your things the previous night so that you don’t miss anything important.
Read up: Always have some time spare for a last reading revision just before the exam. It is important to brush up your memory on important formulas or definitions on the exam day.
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