How to Do Practice Questions Properly (Study Strategy That Works)

Many students believe that studying means reading more textbooks, making more notes, or memorising more definitions. But one of the most powerful ways to actually embed knowledge into long-term memory is through doing questions. In this video, I break down why practice questions are one of the most important parts of any effective study strategy. We cover: • Why doing questions helps transfer information into long-term memory • The science behind spaced repetition and why it works • The biggest mistakes students make when practicing questions • How to simulate exam conditions while studying • How to properly mark and learn from your mistakes • Pro tips that helped me improve my results dramatically When used correctly, practice questions do more than test knowledge — they build confidence, reinforce concepts, and train your brain to solve problems under exam pressure. 1:35 – Why Questions are Important? 8:46 – The Science of Spaced Repetition 8:50 – What not to do 13:01 What to do 17:00 – Use time effectively 19:33- Marking attempt effectively to learm 25:44 – Pro Tips 38:30 – Summary