When you put them together, you get results, fewer surprises, and less rework.

= Break, Evaluate, Track, Try again, Energize, Reflect.

In high-stakes situations, panic spreads faster than facts. The rule says: Keep your visible demeanor steady, while your behind‑the‑scenes effort doubles.

A silly mnemonic can anchor a powerful study habit. Use DUCKQUACKPREPCOM BETTER to remember: D ecide, U nderstand, C hunk, K eep reviewing → QUACK (self-quiz) → PREP (simulate) → COM (compare) → BETTER habits = higher scores.