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If you find yourself taking the Praxis over and over again, you could be running into one of these common Praxis pitfalls. Knowing what they are can help you bypass them and improve your score.<\/p>\n

Lack of Preparation<\/h2>\n

Too many test takers assume that they know all the math<\/a>, reading, and writing<\/a> skills needed for the exam. This over-confidence leads to a lack of preparation. In reality, you need to spend time studying and reviewing the material. Refresh your mind on the things you already know, and make sure that you\u2019re comfortable with all the terms and concepts that will be covered on the exam.<\/p>\n

Second Guessing Answers<\/h2>\n

You\u2019ve thought it out and selected the answer. Then, spend several minutes doubting yourself and rethinking the answer. Don\u2019t. Rather than second guessing every question, trust yourself. If you\u2019ve put in the time studying and preparing for the exam, you have the knowledge needed to answer the questions. Think about each one, eliminate the wrong answers<\/a>, and confidently choose the answer you believe is correct. Don\u2019t second guess yourself. Just move on to the next questions.<\/p>\n

Overthinking Answer Choices<\/h2>\n

Along with second guessing yourself, you don\u2019t want to overthink the answers. Some people over analyze answers, debating the correctness of each one. In the end, they sometimes make a case for the wrong answer. Instead, remember that if the answer seems wrong, it probably is. Don\u2019t overthink it until the answer seems right to you.<\/p>\n

Confusing Math Terms<\/h2>\n

There are certain math terms that people mix up on the exam. Some of those include<\/p>\n