Seven Top Test-Taking Strategies for Success

After ensuring you've had ample rest, a nutritious breakfast, and arrived early, it's time to tackle the test with confidence! NAVLE consists of 360 clinically relevant multiple-choice questions. There are 300 scored items on each form of the NAVLE. The numbers refer to the target for the number of items for each category on the NAVLE. These are decided by the ICVA’s most recent Practice Analysis, which is updated to stay current with knowledge and trends in veterinary medicine.

Different exams call for tailored approaches; what works for a math test may differ from the NAVLE exam. Yet, overarching strategies can elevate your performance across diverse test formats.

  1. Pay close attention to the instructions provided by the proctor. Critical details about time constraints are often communicated at this stage, impacting your approach and success.

  2. Tackle Familiar Questions First Initiate your exam journey by addressing questions within your comfort zone or those you can swiftly resolve. Prioritize an initial pass through the test, skipping challenging items for later review, however be mindful of timing, since this test is a timed test. Exercise mindful time management to ensure adequate opportunity for revisiting skipped questions.

  3. Address Skipped Questions Once you've tackled the straightforward queries, revisit skipped questions with renewed clarity and focus. Engage with each item, leveraging your warmed-up mental state to navigate challenges more effectively. Embrace the opportunity to approach previously daunting questions with a fresh perspective.

  4. Verify Test Completion Prior to submission, conduct a thorough review to ensure no question remains unanswered. Scrutinize the test for overlooked components, including backside inquiries or hidden prompts.

  5. Review and Refine Allocate remaining time for a comprehensive review of your responses. Verify completeness and accuracy in math solutions, rectifying minor errors that could impact final outcomes. While avoiding over-analysis, a diligent review aids in identifying and rectifying glaring mistakes, maximizing your performance potential.

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