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Best MCQ Solving Techniques - MDCAT, ECAT & Board Exam Tips

Master MCQ solving techniques for MDCAT, ECAT, and board exams. Learn elimination method, time management, and tips to improve accuracy in objective questions.

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Jan 10, 2026
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MCQs Solve Karne Ka Art

MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) modern exams ka core hain. MDCAT, ECAT, NTS, boards - sab mein MCQs hain. Is guide mein MCQs master karne ke secrets hain.

MCQs Kyun Mushkil Lagte Hain?

Common problems:

ProblemReason
Confuse honaOptions similar lagte hain
Time khatamSlow reading
Silly mistakesRush mein karna
Second guessingConfidence ki kami

MCQ Solving Steps

Step 1: Question Parhein (Carefully!)

  • Pura question parhein
  • Keywords underline karein
  • Kya pooch raha hai samjhein
  • Negative words dekhein (NOT, EXCEPT, LEAST)

Step 2: Answer Sochein (Pehle!)

Options dekhne se pehle apne dimaag mein answer sochein. Phir options mein dhundein.

Step 3: Elimination Method

Options evaluate karein:

  1. Definitely Wrong - Cross out
  2. Maybe Wrong - Mark
  3. Could be Right - Consider
  4. Definitely Right - Select

2 wrong eliminate karein = 50% chance increase!

Step 4: Select & Move On

Answer select karein aur agay barhein. Wapas aane ka time bachayein.

Elimination Method Detail

Example Question:

Which organelle is called "powerhouse of cell"?

  • A) Nucleus
  • B) Mitochondria
  • C) Ribosome
  • D) Golgi Body

Elimination:

  • Nucleus = genetic material ❌
  • Ribosome = protein synthesis ❌
  • Golgi Body = packaging ❌
  • Mitochondria = ATP/Energy ✅

Time Management in MCQs

MDCAT: 200 MCQs in 210 minutes

Per MCQ: ~63 seconds

CategoryTimeStrategy
Easy30 secQuick solve
Medium60 secThink + solve
Hard90 secSkip, come back
Guess15 secEducated guess

Subject-Wise MCQ Tips

Biology MCQs

  • Diagrams pe focus karein
  • Terminology exact yaad karein
  • Exceptions yaad karein
  • Comparative questions practice

Chemistry MCQs

  • Reactions yaad karein
  • Numerical formulas ready
  • Periodic trends clear
  • Organic chemistry mechanisms

Physics MCQs

  • Formulas derivation samjhein
  • Units dhyan se dekhein
  • Numerical practice daily
  • Conceptual clarity zaruri

Math MCQs

  • Short tricks seekhein
  • Approximation use karein
  • Options se solve karein kabhi
  • Practice, practice, practice!

Common MCQ Traps

"All of the above" - Carefully check all options first

"None of the above" - Usually wrong, but verify

Similar options - Minor difference dhundein

Extreme words - "Always", "Never" usually wrong

Longest option - Not necessarily correct

When to Guess?

Guess karein when:

  • Time khatam ho raha hai
  • No clue hai
  • 2 options eliminate kar chuke hain

Guessing Strategy:

  • Middle values choose karein (B/C)
  • Consistent guess (same letter)
  • Never leave blank (if no negative marking)

Negative Marking Strategy

MDCAT: -1 for wrong answer

CertaintyAction
100% sureAnswer
75% sureAnswer
50% sureThink twice
25% sureSkip
Random guessSkip

Practice Is Everything

"MCQs ka skill hai, luck nahi"

Practice Plan:

  • Daily 100 MCQs minimum
  • Topic wise pehle
  • Mixed practice later
  • Mock tests weekly

Review Your Mistakes

Galtiyon se seekhein:

  1. Question note karein
  2. Why wrong identify karein
  3. Concept revise karein
  4. Similar questions practice

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50,000+ MCQs - All subjects
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Difficulty Levels - Easy to hard
Topic Filters - Chapter wise
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MCQ Practice Schedule

DayFocus
MondayBiology MCQs
TuesdayChemistry MCQs
WednesdayPhysics MCQs
ThursdayEnglish + LR
FridayMixed practice
SaturdayMock test
SundayReview mistakes

Conclusion

MCQs solve karna ek skill hai jo practice se develop hoti hai. Daily practice karein, mistakes analyze karein, aur strategies apply karein. Result khud nazar aaye ga.

Practice makes perfect!

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