Makayla (Sequence): I too like to answer my test questions in order, but it is not a good idea to linger on one particular question for too long. This would certainly affect your grade on a timed test. My advice to Makayla would be to skip over any questions she is having problems with and try to come back to it only if time permits. At least then you would not have missed the rest of the test dwelling on one question. John (Precision): In John’s case, I would simply suggest keeping things short and sweet. Try to avoid a long, drawn out explanation, which may cause some confusion for the family reading his letter. I think narrowing down the important facts, and eliminating the irrelevant ones would work to John’s benefit. Paul (Technical