Scoring high in the 2021 JAMB UTME requires more than just knowing the topics—you also need a clear time-management strategy to answer 180 questions within 120 minutes (2 hours) without running out of time.
Proven CBT Hall Strategies
- Start With Non-Calculation Subjects: Tackle subjects like Biology, Chemistry (theory), Government, Economics, or Use of English first so you can bank 80 to 100 questions within the first 50 minutes, leaving ample time for Physics, Mathematics, or comprehension passages.
- Use Keyboard Shortcuts: Instead of dragging a slow mouse across the screen for 180 questions, use the keyboard keys (A, B, C, D to select answers and N / P to move Next or Previous), which you can practice on the Mentra JAMB CBT app on Android and iOS.
- Two-Pass Rule: On your first pass through a subject, answer every question you know immediately and skip any question taking more than 45 seconds, then return to the skipped questions on your second pass.
What subject order and timing strategy are you using in the exam hall? Share in the comments below!
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