Board exams are important, and even slight mistakes can make a difference in your final marks. Below are 9 types of mistakes which are most likely to cost students marks:
Image: PixabayInability to understand the specific requirements of the question.
Answering a related question instead of the one asked.
Simple arithmetic mistakes.
2+2=5 type of mistakes.
Leaving out some of the information required.
Missing steps in a mathematics solution.
Unorganised responses.
Untidy diagrams or graphs.
Taking too much time for easy questions and too little for hard ones.
Running short of time to complete the exam.
Grammatical mistakes which render the answer meaningless.
Spelling mistakes which depict lack of attention to detail.
Failure to answer the required number of questions.
Lack of titles or labels.
Freehand drawing where rulers are necessary.
Leaving out key information in a diagram or text.