Study Strategies
## Tackling Tricky MCAT Questions
Application and reasoning questions test your ability to use knowledge in new
situations. When you see a scenario, ask yourself: What concept applies? How do the details fit theory?
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Eliminate obviously wrong answers first
- Link question details to core concepts
- Think about real-world scenarios from your studies
Stay calm and use logic to break down complex problems.
Examples
- Connecting a patient's symptoms to a psychological theory.
- Applying the concept of social determinants to a public health scenario.