How did you study for your tests in AP Micro/Macro

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<p>I got a B first grading period this year in AP Micro/Macro. I really want an A in the class, but I am just not understanding things. I have studied six hours for tests and I try to study everyday. My teacher is terrible, and the majority of people who have/had him think he is a bad teacher of normal and AP Econ. He is always very rude, gives brusque answers,rushes you, and sort of reminds of George Bush because he is smart academically,but at the same time you wouldn't call him the sharpest tool in the shed.(he watches stupid TV all day) Some people still get As, but I also know that there is a HUGE amount of cheating in the class. Several Popular people and geeks alike cheat all the time. They get their friend's old binders or tests and use those in order to get a "faux" A in the class. I want to get an A without cheating because I want to major in some sort of business and I know that economics will probably be a necessary course! </p>

<p>So please tell me how you prepared for tests/quizzes in the class, and give me a few tips. (:</p>

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<p>I’m taking IB Econ as an AP Student. We just finished Micro and we’re starting macro. I got an A- first marking period.</p>

<p>When I study, I usually do a few things</p>

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<li>If I have time, I read the textbook chapter(s) for the unit we’re covering in class</li>
<li>At the end of the unit (so, like a couple days before the test) I read the chapter again.</li>
<li>I make flash cards for terms I don’t know or don’t remember</li>
<li>Review only your useful notes. The ones with the key concepts. Don’t memorize inane things in your notes unless your teacher assesses you on those</li>
<li>Econ tests can be interesting sometimes. They may assess things that you hardly went over in class. As you’re taking your test, look at it from a very pragmatic and logical perspective. This is a bit hard to explain, but what I mean is that you’re not going to know 100% of the material on the test. If you approach unpracticed problems calmly, and from an “economist’s perspective”, then you should be fine</li>
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